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 ideas, typically including the author's last name and the page number.

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What information is included in an in-text citation?

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

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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 is the purpose of using quotation marks in a citation?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate the exact words taken from a source.

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What is the significance of parentheses in citations?

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Parentheses are used to enclose the author's last name and page number in an in-text citation.

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How do you cite a quote from a book?

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You should include the quote in quotation marks, followed by the author's last name and the page number in parentheses.

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What is the correct way to cite a source if the author's name is mentioned in the text?

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If the author's name is mentioned in the text, you only need to include the page number in parentheses, for example, (23).

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What is a common mistake in in-text citations?

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A common mistake is forgetting to include parentheses around the author's last name and page number.

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What should you do if a quote is missing quotation marks?

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You should add quotation marks around the quoted text to indicate it is a direct quote.

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What does the term 'citation' refer to?

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