MLA Citation

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What is the purpose of citing sources in academic writing?

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To give credit to the original authors, support claims, and avoid plagiarism.

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What does MLA stand for in MLA citation?

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Modern Language Association.

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What is the correct format for an in-text citation in MLA style?

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(Author's Last Name Page Number), e.g., (Smith 5).

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How should a direct quote be formatted in MLA style?

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It should be enclosed in quotation marks and followed by an in-text citation.

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What is the difference between quoting and paraphrasing?

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Quoting involves using the exact words from a source, while paraphrasing involves rephrasing the ideas in your own words.

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What information is typically included in a Works Cited entry?

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Author's name, title of the work, publication information, and date of publication.

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True or False: You should only cite sources that you directly quote.

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False, you should also cite sources that you paraphrase or summarize.

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What is a synonym for 'cite'?

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To quote.

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When should you use a block quote in MLA format?

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When the quoted text is longer than four lines of prose or three lines of verse.

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What is the significance of the page number in an MLA citation?

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It helps the reader locate the specific part of the source being referenced.