MLA In-text citation flashcard

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What does MLA stand for?

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MLA stands for Modern Language Association.

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Where does the period go after a quotation in MLA format?

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The period goes after the citation.

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How are titles of books formatted in an essay according to MLA?

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Titles of books are italicized.

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What is the correct citation format for a source with three or more authors in MLA?

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(Johnson et al. 74).

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How should titles of short texts (like articles, poems, and short stories) be formatted in MLA?

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Titles of short texts are placed 'in quotation marks'.

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What is the purpose of in-text citations in MLA format?

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In-text citations give credit to the original source of information or ideas.

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How do you cite a single author in MLA format?

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(Author's Last Name Page Number).

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What is the correct way to format a book title in a Works Cited page?

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Book titles should be italicized.

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What is the difference between a Works Cited page and a bibliography?

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A Works Cited page lists only the sources cited in the text, while a bibliography includes all sources consulted.

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How do you format a citation for a source with two authors in MLA?

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(First Author's Last Name and Second Author's Last Name Page Number).