McDonald’s accused of copying graffiti logo

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“Should big companies be allowed to use graffiti styles in their ads or stores if the original artist is unknown or not famous?”

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Does being a street artist mean giving up your rights?

Is copying a style the same as stealing?

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According to paragraph 1, why is McDonald’s being accused of copyright infringement?

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In paragraph 3, what is a “throw-up” and how is it different from a tag?

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3. In paragraph 4, what does the word “trivial” most likely mean in this context?

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Why is the act of “biting” considered serious within the graffiti community? What does this suggest about originality in graffiti culture?

Multiple Choice

What is the author’s main claim in the article?

• All graffiti should be banned from public spaces.

• Tags and throw-ups are too simple to be protected by copyright.

• Tags and throw-ups may seem simple, but they can show creativity and originality, and deserve copyright protection.

• D) Only street murals, not signatures, deserve to be considered art.

Multiple Choice

What does the word appropriating most likely mean in paragraph 1?

• A) Selling to the public

• B) Copying without permission

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• C) Displaying as a logo

• D) Designing something new

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7. Which argument supports copyright protection for throw-ups and tags?

• A) They are quick and easy to create.

• B) They are meant only for graffiti communities.

• C) They are highly original and reflect the artist’s unique style.

• D) They do not affect businesses or private property.

Multiple Choice

What does the article suggest is the purpose of graffiti styles in the subculture?

• A) To promote illegal behavior

• B) To get corporations’ attention

• C) To help artists gain identity and recognition

• D) To encourage violence

Multiple Choice

Why do some people argue that throw-ups and tags are not art?

• A) Because they are simple, hard to read, and look messy

• B) Because they are used only in galleries

• C) Because they are made with paint

• D) Because they promote good design