Plagiarism Flashcard

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What is plagiarism?

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Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's work, ideas, or words without giving them credit. It is illegal.

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When is quoting directly from a source acceptable?

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Quoting directly from a source is acceptable when you put the words in quotation marks and cite the source of the information.

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How can you avoid plagiarism?

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You can avoid plagiarism by both directly quoting and citing a source and paraphrasing information in your own words.

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What does it mean to paraphrase?

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To paraphrase means to put the words of others into your own words.

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When is a citation not required?

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A citation is not required when you are using your own thoughts and ideas.

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What is a citation?

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A citation is a way to give credit to the original source of information or ideas.

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Why is it important to cite sources?

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It is important to cite sources to avoid plagiarism and to give credit to the original authors.

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What is the difference between quoting and paraphrasing?

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Quoting involves using the exact words from a source, while paraphrasing involves rewording the information in your own words.

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Can you use someone else's ideas without citing them?

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No, you must cite someone else's ideas to avoid plagiarism.

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What happens if you plagiarize?

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If you plagiarize, you may face consequences such as failing an assignment or facing disciplinary action.