MLA Formatting

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What is MLA Formatting?

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MLA Formatting is a style guide for writing and citing sources in academic papers, established by the Modern Language Association.

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What is an in-text citation?

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An in-text citation is a brief reference within the text of a paper that indicates the source of information or ideas.

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What is the correct format for an in-text citation in MLA?

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The correct format includes the author's last name and the page number, e.g., (Renick 3).

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What must be included in an in-text citation?

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An in-text citation must include the author's last name and the page number.

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How should the Works Cited page be arranged?

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The Works Cited page should be arranged alphabetically by the author's last name.

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What is the purpose of the Works Cited page?

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The Works Cited page lists all the sources referenced in a paper, providing full details for readers to locate the sources.

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How do you indicate a new paragraph in MLA format?

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You indicate a new paragraph by indenting the first line using the tab key.

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Is it necessary to include in-text citations when summarizing or paraphrasing?

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Yes, it is necessary to include in-text citations when summarizing or paraphrasing information from an outside source.

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What is the difference between quoting and paraphrasing?

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Quoting involves using the exact words from a source, while paraphrasing involves rephrasing the ideas in your own words.

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What is a hanging indent in MLA format?

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