Citation Flashcard

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What is a citation?

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A citation is a reference to a source of information, typically including the author's name, title of the work, and publication details.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

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What is an in-text citation?

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An in-text citation is a brief reference within the text of a paper that indicates the source of a quote or idea, usually including the author's last name and page number.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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What is the purpose of using quotations in writing?

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Quotations are used to provide evidence, support arguments, or illustrate points by using the exact words of an author.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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What should be included in a proper citation?

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A proper citation should include the author's name, title of the work, publication date, and page number if applicable.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

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What are quotation marks used for?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate the exact words spoken or written by someone else.

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CCSS.L.3.2C

CCSS.L.4.2B

CCSS.L.5.2D

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How do you format a direct quote?

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A direct quote should be enclosed in quotation marks and followed by an in-text citation.

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

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What is the correct way to introduce a quote?

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You can introduce a quote with phrases like 'According to the text...' or 'As stated by the author...'.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What is the difference between a paraphrase and a quote?

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A paraphrase is a restatement of someone else's ideas in your own words, while a quote is the exact wording from the source.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

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What is a bibliography?

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A bibliography is a list of all the sources referenced in a work, usually found at the end of a paper.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

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What is the significance of page numbers in citations?

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Page numbers help readers locate the specific part of the source being referenced.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D