Plagiarism Matching

What is an in-text citation?

A brief reference in your text that indicates the source you consulted

What is a works cited page?

A list of sources (where the information was found)

When should I use an in-text citation?

Any time you quote, paraphrase, or summarize another person's work.

Which of the following is an example of plagiarism?

Using a paragraph from a friend's paper on the same topic .

Which of the following examples is not plagiarism?

Using an in-text citation when paraphrasing information from a website.

What is the definition of plagiarism?

Using someone else's words or ideas without giving credit to that person.

What is the definition of a direct quote?

Copying something word for word.

What are the consequences of plagiarism?

Failing grades, expelled from colleges, lawsuits.

What is the definition of a summary?

To present key ideas and main points of the text in a short, succinct manner

What is the definition of a paraphrase?

Written in your own words, but keeping original information and length.