MLA Citations and Research

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What is the purpose of citations in academic writing?

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To give credit to the people whose work you used.

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How do you format an MLA in-text citation for a direct quote?

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(Author's name, page number)

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What is the correct way to cite a source with three or more authors in MLA format?

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(First author's name et al.)

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How should you choose a signal phrase in your writing?

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Choose based on what fits the context and connects your ideas to the source.

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What is the significance of using quotes in a research paper?

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Adds credibility and authority to your paper.

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What does MLA stand for?

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Modern Language Association.

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What is a works cited page?

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A list of all the sources referenced in a paper, formatted according to MLA guidelines.

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What is the difference between a direct quote and a paraphrase?

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A direct quote is the exact wording from a source, while a paraphrase is a restatement of the source's ideas in your own words.

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What is a signal phrase?

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A phrase that introduces a quote or paraphrase, indicating the source of the information.

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Why is it important to avoid plagiarism?

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Plagiarism is unethical and can lead to serious academic consequences.