In-Text Citations Flashcard

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What is an in-text citation?

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An in-text citation is a reference within the text of a paper that indicates the source of information or ideas, allowing readers to locate the full citation in the Works Cited page.

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What does MLA stand for?

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MLA stands for Modern Language Association, which is a style guide used for writing and citing sources in the humanities.

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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 a paper and to help readers find the sources in the Works Cited list.

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How do you format an in-text citation for a book with one author?

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For a book with one author, the format is (Author's Last Name Page Number), e.g., (Smith 23).

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What is the correct way to cite a source with two authors in MLA format?

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For two authors, include both last names in the citation, e.g., (Smith and Jones 45).

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What is the correct way to cite a source with three or more authors in MLA format?

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For three or more authors, use the first author's last name followed by 'et al.', e.g., (Smith et al. 67).

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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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What information is typically included in a Works Cited entry for a book?

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A Works Cited entry for a book typically includes the author's name, title of the book, publisher, year of publication, and page number 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 source's ideas in your own words.

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How do you cite a direct quote in MLA format?

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To cite a direct quote, include the author's last name and the page number in parentheses after the quote, e.g., "quote" (Smith 23).