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What is the literal meaning of the Latin word 'plagiarius'?
Which of the following is NOT a common reason why students commit plagiarism?
What is the primary characteristic of direct or verbatim plagiarism?
What type of plagiarism involves taking someone else's work and presenting it as one’s own?
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Which type of plagiarism occurs when an author reuses their own previously published work?
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Which of the following represents source-based plagiarism?
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In what year was the term 'plagiarus' introduced into English?
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What is a defining feature of mosaic plagiarism?
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One reason students may plagiarize is poor time management. Which of the following is a direct consequence of procrastination?
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How can inaccurate authorship occur?
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What is a consequence of plagiarism regarding the academic community?
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Which form of plagiarism is represented by using a secondary source but only citing the primary source?
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Which reason highlights the importance of avoiding plagiarism?
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What is a potential reason for a student's confusion regarding plagiarism?
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What type of plagiarism might occur due to unintentional mistakes?
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What does incremental plagiarism involve?
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What is one key consequence of plagiarism as stated in the content?
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According to the content, what should be done if more than two words are copied verbatim from a source?
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What is the minimum imprisonment sentence for a second offense of plagiarism as mentioned in the content?
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What practice does the content highlight as an effective way to avoid plagiarism?
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What should you do if you are using your previous work in a new research paper?
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How much can a third offense of plagiarism incur as a fine according to the content?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way to avoid plagiarism?
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What does proper referencing include according to the content?
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Study Notes
Understanding Plagiarism
- Plagiarism is representing another’s language, thoughts, ideas, or expressions as one's own.
- Originated from the Latin "plagiarius," meaning "kidnapper," popularized by Roman poet Martial in the 1st century.
- Introduced into English in 1601 by Ben Johnson with "plagiary," followed by "plagiarism" around 1620.
Common Reasons for Plagiarism
- Desire to achieve high grades.
- Fear of academic failure.
- Procrastination or poor time management.
- Lack of interest in the assignment.
- Belief in the unlikelihood of getting caught.
- Uncertainty regarding definitions and policies related to plagiarism.
Forms/Types of Plagiarism
- Complete/Global Plagiarism: Submitting entire works created by another as your own.
- Source-Based Plagiarism: Incorrectly referencing sources or citing only primary sources without acknowledging secondary ones.
- Direct/Verbatim Plagiarism: Copying text word-for-word without quotation marks or attribution.
- Auto-plagiarism: Reusing significant portions of one's own previously published work without detection.
- Paraphrasing/Incremental Plagiarism: Minor changes in wording while retaining the original idea constitutes plagiarism.
- Inaccurate Authorship: Misrepresenting contributions to a manuscript or failing to acknowledge contributions properly.
- Mosaic Plagiarism: Mixing another's phrases or sentences into one’s own writing without proper citation.
- Accidental Plagiarism: Occurring due to negligence or unintentional errors in paraphrasing.
Importance of Avoiding Plagiarism
- Breaching academic integrity undermines trust within educational environments.
- Acknowledging original ideas fosters intellectual honesty and scholarship.
- Failure to produce original work restricts learning and understanding of the subject matter.
- Plagiarism can significantly harm one's career and professional reputation.
Consequences of Plagiarism
- Under Republic Act No. 8293 in the Philippines:
- Imprisonment can range from 1-3 years for the first offense to 6-9 years for repeated offenses.
- Fines range from ₱50,000 to ₱1.5 million depending on the severity of the offense.
- Damage to personal and professional reputation.
- Potential legal and monetary repercussions.
Strategies to Avoid Plagiarism
- Paraphrase: Rewrite content in your own words, ensuring not to copy more than two consecutive words.
- Cite: Follow specific citation styles (e.g., APA, MLA) to attribute sources correctly.
- Quote: Use direct quotes properly, maintaining accuracy and attribution.
- Cite Quotes: When quoting, include details such as page numbers or paragraphs.
- Self-Citation: Cite own previously published work used in new research.
- Reference: Include a Works Cited or reference page following institutional guidelines to document all sources consulted.
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This quiz explores the concept of plagiarism, including its definition, various types, consequences, and strategies to avoid it. Understanding plagiarism is essential for maintaining academic integrity and fostering original work. Test your knowledge and learn the key aspects of this important topic.
