MLA Citation

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What is MLA Citation?

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MLA Citation is a style of documentation used to cite sources in academic writing, particularly in the humanities. It provides a consistent format for referencing books, articles, and other sources.

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Do you need to cite a source when paraphrasing?

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Yes, you must cite the source even when you paraphrase someone's ideas.

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What are the two parts of every citation in MLA format?

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A parenthetical citation and an MLA full citation on the Works Cited page.

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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.

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What is the correct format for a parenthetical citation?

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The correct format is (Author's Last Name Page Number), e.g., (Smith 10).

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What should be the first piece of information in a citation?

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The author's name should be the first piece of information in a citation.

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What is the purpose of a Works Cited page?

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The Works Cited page lists all the sources referenced in a paper, providing full details for each source.

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How do you format a citation for a book in MLA style?

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Author's Last Name, First Name. Title of Book. Publisher, Year of Publication.

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

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A direct quote uses the exact words from a source, while a paraphrase rephrases the ideas in your own words.

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What is the significance of using citations in academic writing?

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Citations give credit to original authors, help avoid plagiarism, and allow readers to locate the sources used.