MLA Format In-Text Citations Flashcard

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What is MLA format?

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MLA format is a style guide for writing and citing sources in academic papers, primarily used in the humanities.

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What does an in-text citation in MLA format typically include?

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An in-text citation in MLA format typically includes the author's last name and the page number from which the information is taken.

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How do you cite a book in MLA format?

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In MLA format, a book is cited in-text by including the author's last name and the page number, e.g., (Smith 25).

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What does 'et al.' mean in MLA citations?

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'Et al.' is a Latin abbreviation meaning 'and others,' used when citing a source with multiple authors.

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How should a title be formatted in an MLA in-text citation?

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A title should be formatted in italics or quotation marks, depending on the type of work.

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What is the purpose of an in-text citation?

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The purpose of an in-text citation is to give credit to the original source of information and to allow readers to locate the source in the works cited list.

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When should you use page numbers in MLA in-text citations?

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Page numbers should be used in in-text citations when quoting or paraphrasing specific passages from books or articles.

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How do you cite a source with two authors in MLA format?

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When citing a source with two authors, include both last names in the citation, separated by 'and', e.g., (Smith and Johnson 45).

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What is the correct way to cite a website in MLA format?

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In MLA format, a website is cited in-text by including the author's last name, e.g., (Smith). Page numbers are not usually included.

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What punctuation is used to separate multiple authors in MLA in-text citations?

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An ampersand (&) is used to separate the names of multiple authors in MLA in-text citations.