Citation Flashcard

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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 information or a quote, typically including the author's last name and the page number.

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

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The correct format is (Author's Last Name Page Number), for example, (Maupassant 23).

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What information is typically included in an in-text citation?

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An in-text citation usually includes the author's last name and the page number where the information can be found.

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What does the abbreviation 'p.' stand for in citations?

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The abbreviation 'p.' stands for 'page' and is used to indicate a specific page number in a citation.

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What is the purpose of using quotation marks in a citation?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate that the text within them is a direct quote from a source.

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How do you identify the author's last name in a citation?

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The author's last name is typically found in parentheses at the end of the quote or information, for example, (Poe 1).

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What is the significance of page numbers in citations?

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Page numbers help readers locate the exact source of the information or quote being referenced.

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What is a common mistake when writing in-text citations?

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A common mistake is omitting quotation marks when directly quoting a source.

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What should you do if a source has no page number?

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If a source has no page number, you can omit the page number from the citation, just including the author's last name.

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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.