Copyright

Which of the following is NOT a provision of the Copyright Act?

• Fair use

• Public Domain

• Creative Commons

• Exclusive Right

Answer explanation

Creative Commons is not a provision of the Copyright Act. It is a licensing framework for sharing creative works.

What is the purpose of the Copyright Act?

• To protect the rights of creators and encourage creativity

• To restrict access to copyrighted material

• To promote plagiarism and unauthorised use of works

• To limit the availability of creative works

Answer explanation

The purpose of the Copyright Act is to protect the rights of creators and encourage creativity.

Which of the following is an example of a work protected by the Copyright Act?

• A scientific formula

• A historical fact

• A government document

• A fictional Story

Answer explanation

A fictional story is an example of a work protected by the Copyright Act.

What is the duration of copyright protection under the Copyright Act?

• 10 years

• 50 years

• Indefinite

• The lifetime of the creator plus 70 years

Answer explanation

The duration of copyright protection under the Copyright Act is 50 years. This means that the creator's work is protected for 50 years from the date of creation.

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a work to be eligible for copyright protection?

• Originality

• Creativity

• Fixation in a tangible medium

• Registration with the Copyright Office

Answer explanation

Registration with the Copyright Office is NOT a requirement for copyright protection. Only originality, creativity, and fixation in a tangible medium are necessary.

What is the penalty for copyright infringement under the Copyright Act?

• A warning letter

• A fine

• Imprisonment

• Community service

Answer explanation

The penalty for copyright infringement under the Copyright Act is a fine.

Which of the following is an exception to copyright infringement under the Copyright Act?

• Educational Use

• Commercial use

• Personal use

• Public Performance

Answer explanation

Educational Use is an exception to copyright infringement under the Copyright Act. It allows for the use of copyrighted material for educational purposes.

What is the role of the Copyright Office under the Copyright Act?

• To enforce copyright laws

• To register copyright works

• To grant exclusive rights to creators

• To promote fair use of copyright materials

Answer explanation

The role of the Copyright Office under the Copyright Act is to register copyright works.

Which of the following is NOT a way to obtain permission to use copyrighted material?

• Fair use analysis

• Obtaining a licence

• Seeking permission from the creator

• Ignoring copyright laws

Answer explanation

Ignoring copyright laws is not a valid way to obtain permission to use copyrighted material.

Which international agreement governs copyright protection among member countries?

• World Trade Organisation (WTO)

• United Nations (UN)

• World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO)

• European Union (EU)

Answer explanation

The international agreement that governs copyright protection among member countries is the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO).