MLA STYLE

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What style do you have to use in your next essay?

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MLA (Modern Language Association) style is commonly used for writing in the humanities.

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What font size and type should be used in an MLA style paper?

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12 pt. Times New Roman or a similar font is required in MLA style papers.

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In MLA style, how should the Works Cited page be organized?

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The Works Cited page should be organized in alphabetical order by the author's last name.

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What information should be included in a Works Cited entry?

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A Works Cited entry should include the author's last name, first name, italicized title of the text, publisher, and year of publication.

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How do you format an in-text citation for a work by George Orwell?

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The correct format for an in-text citation for George Orwell's work is (Orwell 711).

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What is the purpose of MLA style?

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MLA style provides a standardized format for writing and citing sources in academic papers, ensuring clarity and consistency.

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What is the correct margin size for an MLA formatted paper?

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MLA format requires 1-inch margins on all sides of the paper.

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How should the title of an MLA paper be formatted?

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The title of an MLA paper should be centered and 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 an MLA style paper?

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MLA style papers should be double-spaced throughout, including the Works Cited page.

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How should page numbers be formatted in an MLA paper?

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Page numbers should be placed in the upper right corner, including the author's last name before the page number.