When determining the similarity of one work to another in an infringement question, some courts use a two-part test that asks whether the two works

A. have the same kinds of characters and have the same kinds of scenes.
B. have the same general theme and express this theme in the same way.
C. appeared at about the same time and are in the same medium (e.g., both are films).
D. are in the same medium and have the same kinds of characters.


Answer: B

Communication & Mass Media

You might also like to view...

Why is it a good idea to keep the visual aid between yourself and the audience?

What will be an ideal response?

Communication & Mass Media

When you conduct a focus group, you are engaging in survey research

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Communication & Mass Media

Which step in the A-E-I-O-U Model of Conflict Resolution is represented in the following statement? "If both of us don't make a commitment to working on this full-time, we won't do a good job or get it done on time."

a. Assume the other person means well. b. Express your feelings. c. Identify what you would like to happen. d. Outcomes you expect should be made. e. Understanding on a mutual basis is achieved.

Communication & Mass Media

Which question is a critical thinker likely to ask about a speaker's assertions?

A. Do I like these ideas? B. Are they well supported? C. How is the audience responding to them? D. Does the speaker really believe them?

Communication & Mass Media