Plagiarism is the presentation of the words, ideas, or opinions of someone else as your own. You are guilty of plagiarism if you submit as your own the words or ideas of someone without crediting the source. You are also guilty of
cheating/plagiarism if you copy the work of a fellow student, friend, or relative who is no longer in school or an essay from an
internet source and submit it as your own. A student who allows such copying is also guilty of plagiarism. Penalties in English
classes for cheating/plagiarism include an F for the work involved, and referrals that will become part of your permanent
record.
Based upon the language used in this passage, who is the MOST LIKELY intended audience?
A)
elementary school students
B)
students in an English class
C)
readers of educational websites
D)
lawmakers considering education reform