MLA citation and format

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is MLA citation?
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MLA citation is a method of crediting sources used in academic writing, following the guidelines set by the Modern Language Association.
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What is the purpose of a Works Cited page in MLA format?
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The Works Cited page lists all the sources referenced in a paper, allowing readers to locate the original materials.
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What is a hanging indent in MLA format?
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A hanging indent is a formatting style where the first line of a citation is flush left, and subsequent lines are indented.
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What information is required in an in-text citation in MLA format?
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An in-text citation must include the author's last name and the page number from which the information is taken.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How should multiple authors be cited in MLA format?
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For two authors, include both last names (e.g., (Smith and Jones 45)). For three or more, use the first author's last name followed by 'et al.' (e.g., (Smith et al. 45)).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the correct format for a book citation in MLA?
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Author's Last Name, First Name. Title of Book. Publisher, Year of Publication.
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How do you format the title of a book in MLA citations?
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The title of a book should be italicized in MLA citations.
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