MLA Citation

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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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Why is it important to cite sources?

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Citing sources is important to avoid plagiarism, give credit to original authors, and allow readers to locate the sources used.

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What does the abbreviation 'MLA' stand for?

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MLA stands for Modern Language Association.

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What is the correct format for in-text citations in MLA style?

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In-text citations in MLA style typically include the author's last name and the page number, e.g., (Smith 5).

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True or False: The author's name is always included in the in-text citation.

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False. If the author's name is mentioned in the text, only the page number is needed in the citation.

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What is a Works Cited page?

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A Works Cited page is a list of all the sources referenced in a paper, formatted according to MLA guidelines.

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How should a book title be formatted in MLA citations?

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Book titles should be italicized in MLA citations.

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What is the correct way to cite a source with multiple authors in MLA style?

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For a source with two authors, include both names in the order they appear, e.g., (Smith and Johnson 23). For three or more authors, use the first author's name followed by 'et al.'

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What is the purpose of using page numbers in citations?

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Page numbers help readers locate the specific part of the source being referenced.

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What is the difference between a direct quote and a paraphrase?

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A direct quote is the exact wording from a source, while a paraphrase is a restatement of the source's ideas in your own words.