Topic 4 In-text Citation Practice Flashcard

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What is third person writing?

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Third person writing refers to a narrative style where the author describes events from an outside perspective, using pronouns like 'he', 'she', 'they', or 'students'. Example: 'Students in UNV 104 love to write.'

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What do the abbreviations 'para.' and 'n.d.' stand for?

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'para.' stands for 'paragraph' and 'n.d.' stands for 'no date', commonly used in citations.

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How do you cite an article with no author when paraphrasing?

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You should cite it using a shortened version of the resource's title in quotation marks, e.g., ('Using RUA,' 2016).

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When should a DOI number be included in a reference?

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A DOI number should be included when referencing a source found in electronic databases.

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Is it true that 'et al.' is used for three or more authors?

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True. 'Et al.' is used in citations when a work has three or more authors.

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What is the purpose of in-text citations?

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In-text citations provide a way to give credit to the original sources of information or ideas used in your writing.

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What is a reference page?

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A reference page is a list of all the sources cited in a document, providing full details for each source.

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and quoting?

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Paraphrasing involves rewording the original text in your own words, while quoting involves using the exact words from the source.

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What is the significance of using quotation marks in citations?

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Quotation marks indicate that the text within them is taken directly from a source, distinguishing it from paraphrased content.

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What does 'n.d.' indicate in a citation?

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'n.d.' indicates that no date of publication is available for the cited source.