Mastering MLA Quote Integration

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What is MLA format?

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MLA format is a style guide for writing and citing sources in academic papers, primarily used in the humanities. It provides guidelines for formatting papers, in-text citations, and works cited pages.

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What is a direct quote in MLA format?

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A direct quote is the exact wording taken from a source, enclosed in quotation marks, followed by a parenthetical citation that includes the author's last name and page number.

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How do you integrate a direct quote into your text using MLA format?

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To integrate a direct quote, introduce it with a signal phrase, include the quote in quotation marks, and follow it with a parenthetical citation.

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What is a parenthetical citation?

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A parenthetical citation is a reference within the text that provides the source of a quote or paraphrase, typically including the author's last name and page number.

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Where should the period be placed when using a parenthetical citation in MLA format?

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The period should be placed after the closing parenthesis of the citation.

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What is a comma splice?

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A comma splice occurs when two independent clauses are joined by a comma without a coordinating conjunction.

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How can you correct a comma splice?

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You can correct a comma splice by using a period to separate the clauses, adding a coordinating conjunction, or using a semicolon.

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What is the purpose of a signal phrase?

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A signal phrase introduces a quote or paraphrase, providing context and indicating the source of the information.

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

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For two authors, include both last names in the parenthetical citation. For three or more authors, use the first author's last name followed by 'et al.'

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What is the difference between a quote and a paraphrase?

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A quote is the exact wording from a source, while a paraphrase is a restatement of the source's ideas in your own words.