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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 the first step in citing evidence in MLA Citation?

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The first step is to put quote marks " " around the evidence you are citing.

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What is the second skill step when citing evidence in MLA Citation?

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After the evidence, start with parentheses () to include the author's last name and page number.

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What is the third skill step when citing evidence in MLA Citation?

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Identify the author’s last name or the title of the article if there is no author.

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How do you format a citation for a quote in MLA?

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You format a citation by placing the quote in quotation marks, followed by the author's last name and the page number in parentheses, e.g., "Quote" (Author Page).

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What is the purpose of using parentheses in MLA citations?

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Parentheses are used to enclose the author's last name and page number, providing a clear reference to the source of the quoted material.

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What is the correct way to cite the quote "What had I to fear" by Edgar A. Poe on page 5?

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"What had I to fear" (Poe 5).

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What is the correct way to cite the quote "I am not insane" by Edgar A. Poe on page 12?

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"I am not insane" (Poe 12).

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Why is it important to include a period after the closing parentheses in MLA citations?

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Including a period after the closing parentheses indicates the end of the sentence and maintains proper punctuation in your writing.

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What is a common mistake when citing quotes in MLA format?

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A common mistake is forgetting to include a period after the closing parentheses or not using quotation marks around the evidence.