ELA 7: MLA Citations

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What is MLA citation?

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MLA citation is a style of referencing used in academic writing to give credit to sources of information, following the guidelines set by the Modern Language Association.

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What does 'in-text citation' mean?

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In-text citation refers to the practice of citing sources within the text of a paper, typically including the author's last name and the page number.

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How do you format an in-text citation for a book in MLA style?

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An in-text citation for a book in MLA style is formatted as (Author's Last Name Page Number), e.g., (Gaiman 5).

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What is the purpose of an in-text citation?

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The purpose of an in-text citation is to provide a brief reference to the source of information, allowing readers to locate the full citation in the Works Cited page.

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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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How do you cite a book with one author in MLA format?

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To cite a book with one author in MLA format, include the author's last name, first name, title of the book in italics, publisher, and year of publication.

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

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For a source with multiple authors, list the first author's last name followed by their first name, and then the second author's name in normal order, e.g., (Smith and Jones 45).

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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, enclosed in quotation marks, while a paraphrase is a restatement of the source's ideas in your own words.

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When should you use a page number in an in-text citation?

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You should use a page number in an in-text citation when you are quoting or paraphrasing specific information from a source.

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What is the significance of the publication year in a citation?

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The publication year indicates when the source was published, which helps readers assess the relevance and currency of the information.