Understanding Copyrights and Trademarks

What is the primary purpose of copyright?

• To protect brand names and logos

• To protect original works of authorship

• To allow free use of creative works

• To register a business name

What is the primary purpose of a trademark?

• To protect brand names and logos

• To protect original works of authorship

• To allow free use of creative works

• To register a business name

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a work to be copyrighted?

• The work must be original

• The work must not be plagiarism

• The work must be registered with a government office

• The work must be unique

Which of the following is an example of fair use?

• Copying an entire book for a friend

• Quoting a paragraph from a book in a school report

• Selling copies of a movie without permission

• Using a song in a commercial without a licence

At school, what is a typical consequence of plagiarism in an academic setting?

• Receiving a monetary fine

• Being awarded a scholarship

• Receiving a failing grade

• Gaining extra credit

Which of the following is a type of licensing agreement?

• Exclusive licence

• Public domain

• Trademark

• Copyright

What is the main difference between copyrights and trademarks?

• Copyrights protect inventions; trademarks protect ideas

• Copyrights protect creative works; trademarks protect brand identifiers

• Copyrights protect brand names; trademarks protect logos

• Copyrights protect business methods; trademarks protect patents

Which of the following is NOT considered fair use?

• Parodying a popular song

• Making copies of a textbook without permission

• Critiquing a film in a review

• Using a short clip for educational purposes

What is required to prove plagiarism?

• Proof of intent to deceive

• Evidence of copying someone else's work

• Registration of the original work

• A public admission of guilt

Which of the following is a benefit of registering a trademark?

• Automatic international protection

• Exclusive rights to use the symbol/work in business

• Exemption from all legal disputes