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 to give credit to sources in academic writing, following guidelines set by the Modern Language Association.

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What is the purpose of in-text citations?

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In-text citations are used to give credit to the original source of information or ideas within the text, helping to avoid plagiarism.

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What does 'plagiarism' mean?

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Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's work, ideas, or intellectual property without proper acknowledgment, presenting it as one's own.

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What is a parenthetical citation?

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A parenthetical citation is a brief reference within the text that includes the author's last name and the page number from which the information is taken, enclosed in parentheses.

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What is the correct format for an MLA in-text citation?

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

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What is a thesis statement?

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A thesis statement is a sentence that summarizes the main point or claim of an essay or research paper, usually found in the introduction.

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What is an objective summary?

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An objective summary is a brief restatement of the main ideas of a text without personal opinions or interpretations.

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What does 'text and author identified' mean in a response to reading?

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It means that the response clearly states the title of the text and the author's name, establishing context for the reader.

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Why is it important to cite sources?

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Citing sources is important to give credit to original authors, support claims, and allow readers to locate the original materials.

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What is the difference between a thesis statement and an objective summary?

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A thesis statement presents the writer's main argument, while an objective summary provides a neutral overview of the text's content.