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What is MLA style?

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MLA style is a method of citing sources in academic writing, developed by the Modern Language Association. It provides guidelines for formatting papers and citing sources in-text and in a Works Cited page.

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What does in-text citation mean?

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In-text citation refers to the practice of giving credit to the sources of information or ideas within the body of a paper, typically including the author's last name and page number.

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How do you format an in-text citation in MLA style?

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An in-text citation in MLA style typically includes the author's last name and the page number in parentheses, e.g., (Smith 23).

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What is the purpose of in-text citations?

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The purpose of in-text citations is to give credit to the original authors of the ideas or information used in your writing, allowing readers to locate the sources.

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What is a Works Cited page?

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A Works Cited page is a list of all the sources referenced in a paper, formatted according to MLA guidelines, typically found at the end of the document.

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What information is included in a Works Cited entry for a book?

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A Works Cited entry for a book typically includes the author's name, the title of the book in italics, the publisher, and the year of publication.

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How do you cite a source with multiple authors in MLA style?

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For a source with two authors, include both names in the order they appear in the source, e.g., (Smith and Johnson 45). For three or more authors, use the first author's name followed by 'et al.', e.g., (Smith et al. 67).

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What is a direct quote?

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A direct quote is the exact wording taken from a source, enclosed in quotation marks, and followed by an in-text citation.

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How do you cite a source without page numbers in MLA style?

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If a source does not have page numbers, you can cite it by just including the author's last name, e.g., (Smith). If necessary, you can also include a paragraph number or section title.

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What is paraphrasing?

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Paraphrasing is the act of rewording or summarizing information from a source in your own words while still giving credit to the original author.

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