What is a common belief about free downloading of copyrighted contents?

• It is only beneficial for financially disadvantaged individuals

• It has no impact on authors and artists

• It is broadly accepted by the public

• It is a form of stealing others' work

What is one potential advantage of free access to intellectual content?

• Authors and artists receive higher income

• Financially disadvantaged individuals have equal rights to develop academically

• Musical talents are less likely to surface

• The public has limited access to invaluable sources of knowledge

What is a consequence of distributing copyrighted contents freely for everyone?

• Authors and artists receive higher income

• It may put the career of many authors, artists, and creative workers in danger

• Musical talents are less likely to surface

• The public has limited access to invaluable sources of knowledge

What is the issue of morality associated with free downloading of copyrighted contents?

• It does not affect the financial status of authors and artists

• It is a form of disregarding others' rights and stealing their work

• It has no impact on the career of authors and artists

• It is a legal and ethical practice

What is the author's opinion about free access to intellectual content?

• It does not pose any threat to society

• It is a positive development for authors and artists

• It has no impact on society

• It is undoubtedly a negative development

Copyrights have evolved into ............... in the era of the Internet and modern technology, as copyrighted music and books can now be downloaded for free with a few simple mouse- clicks

While some believe that there are certain advantages to this development, I would contend that it may lead to ........................ that far outweigh any benefit it brings

As a greater diversity of music becomes more accessible to a larger audience, their understanding of it may improve, and .................... as a result.

This trend may well put the career of many authors, artists and creative workers.................... , as they receive a significantly lower income from selling their books and songs.

From ..............., when authors' intellectual property is not respected, they may be less likely to positively contribute to society