MLA Citation

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What is MLA Citation?

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MLA Citation is a style of documentation used to cite sources in academic writing, particularly in the humanities. It provides a consistent format for referencing books, articles, and other sources.

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True or False? When citing a book, put a comma between the author's name and page number.

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False

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What are Parenthetical Citations used for?

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Parenthetical Citations are used to cite summarized information within the text of a paper.

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True or False? Information that is NOT considered common knowledge needs to be cited.

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True

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What is one purpose of a Works Cited page?

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One purpose of a Works Cited page is to show readers from where your information came.

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How are entries organized on a Works Cited page?

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Entries on a Works Cited page are organized alphabetically.

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What is a citation?

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A citation is a reference to a source of information, providing details such as the author, title, and publication date.

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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 information in your own words.

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What is the format for citing a book in MLA style?

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

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What does 'common knowledge' mean in the context of citations?

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Common knowledge refers to information that is widely known and accepted, which does not require citation.