Citation Types and Formats

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What is a citation?

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A citation is a reference to a source of information, typically used in academic writing to give credit to the original author and allow readers to locate the source.

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What are the main types of citations?

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The main types of citations include books, journal articles, websites, and newspapers.

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What is the purpose of citing sources?

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Citing sources helps to avoid plagiarism, provides evidence for claims, and allows readers to verify information.

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What is a journal citation?

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A journal citation refers to a source published in a scholarly journal, including details like the author, title, journal name, volume, issue, page numbers, and publication date.

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What is the format for citing a book?

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The format typically includes the author's name, title of the book in italics, publisher, and publication year.

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What is the difference between a print and digital citation?

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A print citation refers to sources accessed in physical form, while a digital citation refers to sources accessed online.

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What information is typically included in a newspaper citation?

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A newspaper citation usually includes the author's name, article title, newspaper name, publication date, and page number.

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How do you format a citation for a website?

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A website citation should include the author's name, title of the page, website name, publication date (if available), and the URL.

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What is an example of a journal citation?

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Bufkin, E. C. “Lord of the Flies: An Analysis.” The Georgia Review, vol. 19, no. 1, 1965, pp. 40–57. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/41398168. Accessed 11 Dec. 2024.

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What does 'accessed' mean in a citation?

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'Accessed' indicates the date when the source was last viewed or retrieved by the researcher.