MLA Flashcard

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What is the correct format for citing a book with multiple authors in MLA style?

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Wysocki, Anne Frances, et al. *Writing New Media: Theory and Applications for Expanding the Teaching of Composition*. Utah State UP, 2004.

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How do you cite an article from an online journal in MLA format?

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Dolby, Nadine. “Research in Youth Culture and Policy: Current Conditions and Future Directions.” *Social Work and Society: The International Online-Only Journal,* vol. 6, no. 2, 2008, www.socwork.net/sws/article/view/60/362. Accessed 20 May 2009.

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What information goes in the second blank of an MLA header?

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Student First and Last Name.

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What information goes in the fourth blank of an MLA header?

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Class and Course Number.

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What information goes in the third blank of an MLA header?

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Teacher/Instructor Name.

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What is the purpose of using 'et al.' in MLA citations?

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'Et al.' is used to indicate that there are multiple authors, typically when there are three or more.

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What is the correct order of information in an MLA citation for a book?

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Author(s). *Title of Book.* Publisher, Year of Publication.

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How do you format the title of a book in MLA citations?

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The title of a book should be italicized.

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What is the significance of the 'Accessed' date in MLA citations for online sources?

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The 'Accessed' date indicates when the source was last viewed, which is important for online content that may change.

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What is the correct format for citing a journal article in MLA style?

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Author(s). “Title of Article.” *Title of Journal,* vol. number, no. number, Year, pages. URL.