MLA Citations

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What are the standard margin settings for MLA format?

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1 inch for left, right, top, and bottom margins.

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How should a proper citation appear in a Works Cited page?

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Foreman, R. "In Forecasting Their Emotions, Most People Flunk Out." New York Times, 16 Feb. 1999. www.nytimes.com

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

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"Many of the students who plagiarize do so out of ignorance rather than deliberately," (Smith 10).

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Do I need to use a parenthetical citation if I paraphrase or summarize information?

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False, you must still use a parenthetical citation.

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Where should an MLA in-text citation be placed?

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Just after the information being cited.

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What is the purpose of MLA citations?

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To give credit to the original sources of information and ideas.

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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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What is the difference between a direct quote and a paraphrase?

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A direct quote is the exact wording from a source, while a paraphrase is a restatement of the information in your own words.

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What is the format for citing a book in MLA style?

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Last Name, First Name. Title of Book. Publisher, Year.

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How do you cite a website in MLA format?

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Author's Last Name, First Name. "Title of Web Page." Website Name, Publisher, Date of Publication, URL.