MLA Fast & Furious

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What is a hanging indent?

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A hanging indent is a formatting style where the first line of a paragraph is not indented, but all subsequent lines are indented.

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What font and size must be used for a paper in MLA format?

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The font must be Times New Roman, and the size must be 12.

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How should a quote be cited in MLA format?

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A quote should be followed by the author's last name and the page number in parentheses, e.g., "Quote" (Author 1).

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What is the correct way to cite a quote from a book in MLA format?

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The correct format is: "Quote" (Author Page). No comma is used before the page number.

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What is the purpose of a Works Cited page?

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The purpose of a Works Cited page is to show readers where the information in your paper came from.

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What is the correct punctuation for a quote followed by a citation in MLA format?

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The correct punctuation is to place the citation after the quote without a comma, e.g., "Quote" (Author Page).

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What should be included in a Works Cited entry?

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A Works Cited entry should include the author's name, title of the work, publication information, and the medium of publication.

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What is the importance of using MLA format?

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MLA format provides a consistent way to document sources, making it easier for readers to locate the original materials.

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What is the correct way to format the title of a paper in MLA style?

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The title should be centered, in the same font and size as the rest of the paper, and not bolded or italicized.

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How do you format the first page of an MLA paper?

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The first page should include your name, instructor's name, course, and date, followed by the title centered on the page.