MLA Flashcard

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Why does document formatting matter?

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Document formatting matters because it helps with professionalism, consistency, and is a part of academic standards.

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When is this paper due?

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9/14 at 11:59 PM.

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What font should you use for MLA?

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Times New Roman, 12-point size.

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How should your paper title be formatted in MLA?

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The title should be centered, in standard font, double-spaced, and follow capitalization rules.

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What margins should you use for MLA?

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1 inch on all sides.

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What is the standard line spacing for MLA format?

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Double spacing throughout the document.

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What header information is required in MLA format?

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Your last name and page number in the upper right corner.

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How should in-text citations be formatted in MLA?

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Author's last name and page number in parentheses.

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What is the purpose of a Works Cited page?

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To list all sources referenced in the paper.

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What is the correct order of information in a Works Cited entry for a book?

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Author's name, title of the book, publisher, year of publication.