The Practice of Writing Under the Identity of a Well-Known

question 12

Multiple Choice

The practice of writing under the identity of a well-known deceased personage,with the intention of honoring him rather than fooling the readers,is called

• A)pseudonymity.
• B)plagiarism.
• C)exegesis.
• D)fundamentalism.

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Definitions:

Freedom of Conscience

The right to hold or consider a fact, viewpoint, or thought, independent of others' viewpoints or without external coercion.

Statute

A written law passed by a legislative body at the federal or state level.

Common Law Courts

Courts that determine the outcome of disputes and make legal decisions based on precedents set by previous cases, as opposed to statute law.

Public Law

The public good; law concerning the government and individuals’ relationships with it, including criminal law and the regulations created by government agencies.