Citing Sources and MLA Format
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9th - 10th Grade
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Richard Gonzalez
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main reason for the recent update to the MLA 8 Style?
To make citing more complex
To simplify the citation process
To remove the need for citations
To add more citation formats
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of citing sources?
To confuse the reader
To demonstrate thorough research
To share information
To avoid plagiarism
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the two basic elements of an MLA citation?
In-text citation and bibliography
In-text citation and Works Cited entry
Footnotes and endnotes
Title page and abstract
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the example paragraph without in-text citations, what should the author have included?
In-text or parenthetical citations
A longer introduction
More sources
A conclusion
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a simple tip for formatting in-text citations correctly?
Include the author's first name
Mention the publisher
Use the first word of the Works Cited entry
Add the publication date
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How should you cite a source with no author?
Use the title of the source
Leave it uncited
Skip the citation
Use 'Anonymous' as the author
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When should you include an in-text citation?
Only for summaries
For any referenced material
Only for direct quotes
Only for paraphrased content
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