Essay Formatting & MLA Citations

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What are the standard margin settings for an MLA formatted essay?

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1" for left, right, top, and bottom margins.

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What should you include in an MLA citation if there is no known author?

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The title of the source.

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True or False: Common knowledge does not need to be cited in MLA format.

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False. Information that is not common knowledge needs to be cited.

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Where should an MLA in-text citation be placed?

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Just after the information being cited.

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True or False: A quote should be introduced with a transition phrase and/or context.

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True.

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What is the purpose of using MLA format in essays?

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To provide a consistent and standardized way of citing sources and formatting papers.

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What is the correct format for an MLA Works Cited entry for a book?

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

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How do you format the title of a book in MLA citations?

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Italicize the title of the book.

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What is the function of a hanging indent in MLA Works Cited?

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To visually separate entries and make them easier to read.

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What information is typically included in an MLA in-text citation?

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The author's last name and the page number.