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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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 a quote. It typically includes the author's last name and the page number.

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How do you format an in-text citation with an author?

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When citing a source with an author, include the author's last name and the page number in parentheses at the end of the sentence, e.g., (Cleary 23).

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What should you do if there is no author for a source?

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If there is no author, use the title of the work in the in-text citation, placing it in quotation marks, e.g., ("Title of the Article").

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What is the purpose of using quotation marks in citations?

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Quotation marks are used to indicate that the words within them are taken directly from a source, distinguishing them from the writer's own words.

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What is considered common knowledge?

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Common knowledge refers to information that is widely known and accepted, such as historical facts or widely recognized dates, which does not require citation.

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When must you cite a source?

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You must cite a source when you use someone else's ideas, words, or research that is not common knowledge.

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What is paraphrasing?

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Paraphrasing is the act of rewording or rephrasing someone else's ideas in your own words while still giving credit to the original source.

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What is plagiarism?

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Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's work, ideas, or expressions without proper acknowledgment, presenting them as your own.

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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.