Basic Research and MLA Formatting

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Rhetorical device

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The use of language that is intended to have an effect on its audience.

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Major research question

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An answerable inquiry (question) that drives the research of a specific concern or issue.

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Primary Source

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It is a first-hand account of an event or of a time period that is considered to be authoritative.

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Secondary source

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It is a source of information that was created by someone who did not experience first-hand or participate in the events or conditions AND is considered authoritative.

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evidence

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It is the available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true OR valid.

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Bibliography

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It is a formal list of works that MAY be used for research on a given topic or issue.

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Works cited

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It is a formal list of works that ARE referenced in the body of a researched essay, article, or book.

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What is the correct margin setting for an MLA formatted work?

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1 inch for the header (top) and footer (bottom); 1 inch for the left and right.

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Generally, MLA formatted papers will use which font and size?

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Any legible font, such as Times New Roman or Arial, 12 point only.

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What are the MAJOR items each and every MLA citation will contain and the order in which they are given?

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The author's name (Last name first). Title of the work being cited. The publication information.