MLA Formatting

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What is the correct line spacing according to MLA formatting rules?

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Double.

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What is a signal phrase?

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A phrase that introduces a quote or paraphrase, providing context and attribution.

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What is the correct in-text citation format for a book in MLA?

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"Orvil couldn't fathom what she meant by risks" (Orange 118).

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What should you include in an in-text citation for online sources?

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Author name only OR article title if there is no author.

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When should you use a block quote in an essay?

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When a direct quote is longer than four lines of typed text.

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What is the purpose of MLA formatting?

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To provide a consistent and clear way to document sources and format papers.

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What is a Works Cited page?

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A list of all the sources referenced in a paper, formatted according to MLA guidelines.

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How do you format the title of a paper in MLA?

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Center the title, do not underline, italicize, or place it in quotation marks.

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What is the correct font and size for MLA papers?

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12-point Times New Roman.

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What margins should be used in an MLA formatted paper?

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1-inch margins on all sides.