MLA Citations

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What is MLA citation?

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MLA citation is a style of referencing used in academic writing to give credit to sources of information, following guidelines set by the Modern Language Association.

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What is a Works Cited page?

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A Works Cited page is a list of all the sources referenced in a paper, formatted according to MLA guidelines.

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How should entries be organized on a Works Cited page?

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Entries should be organized alphabetically by the author's last name.

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What information is included in a citation entry?

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A citation entry typically includes the author's name, title of the work, publication information, and the medium of publication.

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What is the purpose of in-text citations?

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In-text citations are used to give credit to sources within the text of a paper, allowing readers to locate the full citation in the Works Cited page.

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What does it mean to paraphrase?

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Paraphrasing means rephrasing someone else's ideas in your own words while maintaining the original meaning.

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What is a direct quote?

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A direct quote is the exact wording taken from a source, enclosed in quotation marks.

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What is the difference between a primary and secondary source?

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A primary source is an original document or firsthand account, while a secondary source interprets or analyzes primary sources.

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What is the significance of the author's last name in citations?

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The author's last name is used to alphabetize entries on the Works Cited page and is essential for in-text citations.

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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.