CPW Writing Ethics and Copyright 3

Question 1

The copyright term for a work created by an individual author in the US today generally lasts:

Accepted Answer

Life of the author plus 70 years

Answer

For works created by individual authors after January 1, 1978, US copyright lasts for the life of the author plus 70 years.

Question 2

Which scenario most clearly qualifies as fair use when quoting a copyrighted poem?

Accepted Answer

Quoting two lines in a critical book review

Answer

Quoting a brief portion for criticism or commentary is a classic fair use, especially when it does not substitute for the original.

Question 3

A writer fabricates a quote and attributes it to a real expert in a published piece. This violates which core ethical principle?

Accepted Answer

Accuracy and truthfulness

Answer

Fabricating quotes violates the fundamental journalistic and professional writing principle of accuracy, and can also constitute defamation.

Question 4

Creative Commons licenses allow rights holders to:

Accepted Answer

Grant specific permissions while retaining copyright

Answer

Creative Commons licenses let creators retain copyright while granting specific, standardized permissions to the public for reuse.

Question 5

A writer uses AI to generate a full article and submits it under their own byline without disclosure. The primary ethical concern is:

Accepted Answer

Misrepresentation of authorship and transparency

Answer

Submitting AI-generated content as one's own work without disclosure misrepresents authorship and deceives editors and readers.

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