MLA citations and R2R Elements

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What is MLA citation?

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MLA citation is a style of referencing used in academic writing to give credit to sources of information, following guidelines set by the Modern Language Association.

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What does R2R stand for in the context of citations?

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R2R stands for 'Research to Reference', which refers to the process of transforming research findings into properly cited references.

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Which types of information do NOT require citation?

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Your own words and ideas do not need to be cited.

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

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How do you format an in-text citation in MLA style?

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In MLA style, an in-text citation is formatted as (Author's Last Name Page Number), e.g., (Wood 5).

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What is the purpose of using quotation marks in citations?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate the exact words taken from a source, distinguishing them from the writer's own words.

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What is the correct way to cite a direct quote in MLA?

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A direct quote should be enclosed in quotation marks, followed by an in-text citation in parentheses.

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What is the correct format for a parenthetical MLA citation?

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The correct format is (Author's Last Name Page Number), e.g., (Smith 5).

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What should you include in an in-text citation when paraphrasing?

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When paraphrasing, you should still include the author's last name and page number in parentheses.

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What is the significance of the page number in citations?

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The page number helps readers locate the specific part of the source being referenced.