MLA Format

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What is MLA format?

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MLA format is a style guide for writing and formatting research papers, developed by the Modern Language Association. It provides guidelines for citing sources, formatting papers, and creating a Works Cited page.

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What is plagiarism?

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Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's work, ideas, or intellectual property without proper attribution, presenting it as your own.

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What should you do if you use someone else's ideas in your paper?

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You must cite the source, even if you put the information in your own words.

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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 you referenced in your paper, formatted according to MLA guidelines.

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What is a hanging indent?

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A hanging indent is a formatting style where the first line of a paragraph is flush left, and subsequent lines are indented.

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What information appears in the upper left corner of an MLA-formatted essay?

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The upper left corner includes the student's name, teacher's name, class, and date.

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How do you indicate a direct quote in MLA format?

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You indicate a direct quote by using quotation marks and providing a parenthetical citation with the author's last name and page number.

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What is the purpose of using transitions in writing?

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Transitions help to connect ideas and guide the reader through the text, improving the flow of the writing.

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What is the correct way to format the title of a paper in MLA style?

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The title should be centered, in the same font and size as the rest of the paper, and should not be bolded or italicized.

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What is the significance of citing sources?

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Citing sources gives credit to the original authors, helps avoid plagiarism, and allows readers to locate the original sources.