311 Midterm review (2024)

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What does it mean to act 'conscientiously'?

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To act very carefully, with concern for doing what’s right.

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

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Author's Last Name, First Name. *Title of Book*. Publisher, Year of Publication.

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What is an in-text citation?

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A brief reference within the text to a source of information.

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How should the title of a novel be formatted in an MLA paper?

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The title of a novel should be italicized.

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What rhetorical appeal is demonstrated by stating 'I am a self-starter, a dedicated learner, and an A student'?

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This is an example of ethos.

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What is the purpose of an in-text citation?

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To give credit to the original source of information used in your writing.

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What is the correct way to cite a website in MLA format?

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Author's Last Name, First Name. 'Title of Web Page.' *Website Name*, Publisher, Date of Publication, URL.

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What does 'ethos' refer to in persuasive writing?

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Ethos refers to the credibility or ethical appeal of the speaker or writer.

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What is the difference between a quotation and a paraphrase?

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A quotation 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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What is the significance of using italics for titles in MLA format?

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Italics are used to distinguish titles of longer works, such as books and movies, from shorter works, like articles.