In Text Citations

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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 an essay or paper that indicates the source of information or ideas, typically including the author's last name and the page number.

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When do you need to include an author's name in an in-text citation?

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You need to include the author's name in an in-text citation when you are quoting or paraphrasing their work, unless you have already mentioned the author's name in the sentence.

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What information is typically included in an in-text citation?

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An in-text citation typically includes the author's last name and the page number from which the information is taken.

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Is it necessary to repeat the author's name in an in-text citation if it has already been mentioned?

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No, if the author's name has already been mentioned in the text, you do not need to repeat it in the in-text citation.

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What does the citation 'Smith 234' indicate?

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'Smith 234' indicates that the information or quote comes from a work by the author Smith, specifically from page 234.

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How do you format an in-text citation for a direct quote?

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For a direct quote, format the in-text citation by placing the author's last name and the page number in parentheses at the end of the quote, e.g., (Smith 234).

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What is the purpose of in-text citations?

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The purpose of in-text citations is to give credit to the original authors of the ideas or information used in your work and to allow readers to locate the source material.

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What should you do if there is no page number available for an in-text citation?

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If there is no page number available, you can use other identifying information, such as a paragraph number or section title, if applicable.

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What is the difference between a direct quote and a paraphrase?

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A direct quote is the exact wording from a source, while a paraphrase is a restatement of the information in your own words.

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How do you cite a source with multiple authors in-text?

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For a source with multiple authors, include the last names of all authors the first time you cite it, and for subsequent citations, you can use the first author's last name followed by 'et al.'