MLA Works Cited Formatting Guide

This video tutorial reviews how to properly format a works cited page according to MLA guidelines. It covers common mistakes students make, such as incorrect font usage, improper header formatting, and misordered entries. The tutorial also provides guidance on handling URLs and hyperlinks, ensuring double spacing, and applying hanging indents. Additionally, it explains how to add new sources while maintaining the correct format.

What is the main purpose of this video tutorial?

• To understand the history of MLA formatting.

• To learn about different citation styles.

• To review how to format a Works Cited page according to MLA guidelines.

• To explore different types of fonts.

What font and size should be used for an MLA Works Cited page?

• Verdana, 11-point

• Arial, 11-point

• Times New Roman, 12-point

• Calibri, 12-point

What should be done if the header font does not match the rest of the document?

• Change it to Times New Roman, 12-point.

• Leave it as it is.

• Remove the header.

• Change it to Arial, 11-point.

What is the first step in formatting a Works Cited page?

• Check the font and size.

• Review URLs.

• Center the title.

• Add a header.

What is the correct font size for the header in an MLA Works Cited page?

• 10-point

• 11-point

• 12-point

• 14-point

Where should the Works Cited title be placed on the page?

• Justified

• Centered

• Right-aligned

• Left-aligned

How should the entries in a Works Cited page be organized?

• By author's last name in alphabetical order

• By date of publication

• By type of source

• By title of the work

What should you do if the Works Cited title is not centered?

• Move it to the left.

• Move it to the right.

• Center it in the document.

• Leave it as it is.

What should you do if a URL is hyperlinked in your Works Cited page?

• Leave it as it is.

• Remove the hyperlink if your teacher prefers no hyperlinks.

• Always remove the hyperlink.

• Change the font color to red.

What is important to check regarding punctuation in a Works Cited page?

• Ensure all periods are replaced with commas.

• Make sure commas, italics, quotes, and periods are in the correct spots.

• Remove all punctuation.

• Add extra punctuation for emphasis.