Writing – Plagiarism Example 3
Original Phrasing & Borrowed Ideas
Knossos, an ancient city on the Island of Crete, holds the secrets to one of the most fascinating civilizations of the ancient world. Stories of King Minos, Theseus and Ariadne with her ball of string have long fascinated visitors. While archaeologists have never found a labyrinth, they have found rooms, halls, courts, frescoes, thrones, jewelry and storage jars which have revealed much about the ancient lifestyle of the Minoans.
Verdict: Not Plagiarized. The words could easily be the thoughts of the writer.
Recommendation: Author should cite the source of ideas that are not "common knowledge". (See Citation styles.)