Citations and In Text Citations Flashcard

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What does MLA stand for?

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Modern Language Association

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How is a Works Cited page spaced?

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double

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Where does the Works Cited page go in a paper or presentation?

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At the end of the paper or presentation.

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What does the 'medium of publication' indicate when citing a source?

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What TYPE of source it is.

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Do you need to cite a source when you paraphrase?

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Yes.

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What is the purpose of citations?

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To give credit to the original authors and avoid plagiarism.

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What is a citation?

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A reference to a source used in a work.

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What is the difference between a citation and a bibliography?

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A citation refers to a specific source, while a bibliography lists all sources consulted.

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

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Author's last name and page number (e.g., Smith 23).

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What is the importance of the publication date in a citation?

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It helps determine the relevance and currency of the source.