In-Text Citations

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What is the correct format for a parenthetical MLA citation?

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(Smith 5).

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Should you introduce a quote with a transition?

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True

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True or false? Only direct quotes need to be cited.

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False

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What do you include in your text as a citation?

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author's last name and the page number.

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Which of the following demonstrates the correct way to quote a source?

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It has been said that "the data is inconclusive" (Smith 45).

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What is the purpose of in-text citations?

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To give credit to the original source of information and to allow readers to locate the source.

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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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When should you use a block quote in MLA format?

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When the quote is longer than four lines of prose or three lines of verse.

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What is the significance of including page numbers in citations?

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Page numbers help readers find the exact location of the quoted or referenced material in the source.

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How do you cite a source with multiple authors in MLA format?

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List the first author's last name followed by 'et al.' for three or more authors.