MLA Format

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What is MLA format?

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MLA format is a style guide for writing and citing sources in academic papers, primarily used in the humanities.

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What is the purpose of in-text citations in MLA format?

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In-text citations in MLA format give credit to the original authors of the sources used in a paper, allowing readers to locate the full citation in the Works Cited page.

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What does a Works Cited page include?

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A Works Cited page lists all the sources referenced in a paper, formatted according to MLA guidelines.

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How should a direct quote be cited in MLA format?

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A direct quote should be cited with the author's last name and the page number in parentheses, without any intervening punctuation, e.g., (Austen 126).

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What is the difference between a Works Cited page and a bibliography?

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A Works Cited page lists only the sources cited in the text, while a bibliography may include additional sources consulted but not directly cited.

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When is it necessary to include the author's name in parentheses?

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The author's name must be included in parentheses if it is not mentioned in the text before the quote.

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What is the correct punctuation for a quote followed by an in-text citation?

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The correct punctuation is to place the quotation marks at the end of the quote, followed by the citation in parentheses, e.g., "quote" (Author page).

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What should you do if you are quoting a source with no page number?

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If there is no page number, simply include the author's last name in the citation, e.g., (Author).

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What is the significance of using correct MLA citations?

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Correct MLA citations help avoid plagiarism, give credit to original authors, and enhance the credibility of the work.

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What is the format for citing a book in the Works Cited page?

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The format is: Author's Last Name, First Name. Title of Book. Publisher, Year of Publication.