Q&A: Can I use public domain short stories as scripts for short films?

Question by jake: Can I use public domain short stories as scripts for short films?
As an assignment for a video class, we have to adapt a short story into a screenplay. I want to take it to the next level: shoot it and maybe submit it (it depends on how good it is… one thing at a time). If I want to do this, can I use a public domain short story or play? And if so, is there a place where I can see if a story is PD?

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Answer by Kjhgfd Plkjhgfds
Well even if you made the best movie on earth everyone else could cash in because it is Public domain as well.

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