MLA Citation

MLA Citation

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English

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of citing sources in academic writing?

Back

To give credit to the original authors, support claims, and avoid plagiarism.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does MLA stand for in MLA citation?

Back

Modern Language Association.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the correct format for an in-text citation in MLA style?

Back

(Author's Last Name Page Number), e.g., (Smith 5).

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How should a direct quote be formatted in MLA style?

Back

It should be enclosed in quotation marks and followed by an in-text citation.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between quoting and paraphrasing?

Back

Quoting involves using the exact words from a source, while paraphrasing involves rephrasing the ideas in your own words.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What information is typically included in a Works Cited entry?

Back

Author's name, title of the work, publication information, and date of publication.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

True or False: You should only cite sources that you directly quote.

Back

False, you should also cite sources that you paraphrase or summarize.

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