MLA Vocabulary Flashcard Review

Front

What are in-text citations?

Back

In-text citations are references within the text that indicate the source of information when the author's name is not provided.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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What is a Works Cited Page?

Back

A Works Cited Page is a list of sources used as evidence in a document, providing full details for each source.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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What are embedded quotes?

Back

Embedded quotes are quoted material from sources that are integrated with the writer's own words.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What is pagination in a document?

Back

Pagination is the process of inserting page numbers in the header so that they automatically update on each page.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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What happens if pagination is not used in a header?

Back

If pagination is not used, the same page number will appear on all subsequent pages.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Front

What is the purpose of citations?

Back

Citations provide credit to the original sources of information and allow readers to locate those sources.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

How do you format a header in MLA style?

Back

In MLA style, the header includes the author's last name and page number, aligned to the right.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Front

What is the difference between a header and a heading?

Back

A header is a section of text that appears at the top of each page, while a heading is a title or subtitle for a specific section.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Front

Why is double spacing important in MLA format?

Back

Double spacing improves readability and is a requirement for MLA format, ensuring that there is space for comments and corrections.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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What is the significance of using credible sources?

Back

Using credible sources enhances the reliability of the information presented and strengthens the argument.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D