MLA Formatting

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Why should students use MLA Format?

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To avoid plagiarism.

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What information should be included in the MLA heading?

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Your name, the instructor's name, course title, and date.

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How is the Works Cited page arranged?

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Alphabetically, by the author's last name.

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Does MLA require a separate title page?

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False.

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Do you need to include in-text citations when summarizing or paraphrasing information from an outside source?

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False.

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

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To give credit to the original source of information.

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What font and size are typically used in MLA format?

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Times New Roman, 12-point font.

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What is the correct margin size for MLA formatted papers?

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1 inch on all sides.

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How should the title of a paper be formatted in MLA style?

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Centered, in the same font and size as the rest of the paper, without bold or italics.

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What is the recommended line spacing for MLA papers?

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Double-spacing throughout the entire paper.