MLA Works Cited Page

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What is the purpose of a Works Cited page?

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To provide a list of sources used in a research paper, allowing readers to locate the original materials.

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What should the heading of a Works Cited page say?

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Works Cited

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How should entries on a Works Cited page be organized?

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Entries should be alphabetized by the author's last name.

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What is a hanging indent in a Works Cited entry?

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A formatting style where the first line of each citation is flush left, and subsequent lines are indented.

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Why is a hanging indent used in Works Cited entries?

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It helps the first word of each entry stand out, making it easier to locate sources.

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What information is typically included in a citation?

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

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What is the correct format for the title of a book in a citation?

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The title should be italicized.

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What is the correct format for the title of an article in a citation?

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The title should be in quotation marks.

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What does 'p.' stand for in a citation?

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It stands for 'page' and indicates the specific page number of the article.

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What is the significance of the publication date in a citation?

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It provides context for the relevance and timeliness of the source.