The unauthorized use or close imitation of the language and thoughts of another author and the representation of them as one's own original work. Thus,plagiarism not only includes the word-for-word copying of author piece of work, but close imitation of it also.Using synonyms and other word choices is not an excuse to justify plagiarism. You should write a piece of text strictly in your own words and then cite your sources.
Even Injured, tortured,or taunted slaves could not press for remuneration from their masters according United States law at the time.