MLA Format Quiz

Why do we use MLA format in academic papers?

• To give the paper a makeover and make it a visual treat

• To bring a sense of uniformity, making it a breeze for readers to navigate through

• To sneakily bump up the word count

• Just to keep up with the global writing trends

Answer explanation

MLA format is used in academic papers to bring a sense of uniformity, making it easier for readers to navigate through.

What does MLA actually stand for?

• Modern Language Association

• Modern Linguistic Application

• Multiple Language Association

• Modern Learning Association

Answer explanation

MLA stands for Modern Language Association.

Which of the following is a big no-no in MLA format?

• A one inch margin on all sides

• Times New Roman or other "regular" font, 12 pt. size

• Triple-spaced lines

• Last name and page number on the upper right corner of every page

Answer explanation

Triple-spaced lines is a big no-no in MLA format. The correct choice is to have a one inch margin on all sides, use Times New Roman or other 'regular' font with 12 pt. size, and include the last name and page number on the upper right corner of every page.

📚✨📚 Where should the magical 'works cited' page be placed in an MLA formatted paper?

• 🌟 At the beginning of the document, like a grand entrance!

• 👣 In the footer of each page, leaving little breadcrumbs.

• 🎉 On its own page at the end of the document, like a grand finale!

• 📖 Integrated within the main text, mingling with the words.

Answer explanation

The magical 'works cited' page should be placed on its own page at the end of the document, like a grand finale!

What is the standard margin size in MLA format?

• 0.5 inch

• 1 inch

• 1.5 inch

• 2 inch

Answer explanation

The standard margin size in MLA format is 1 inch. This ensures proper formatting and readability of the document.

Why do we use in-text citations in MLA format?

• To provide a detailed explanation of the source

• To give the audience enough information to find the citation on the works cited page

• To interrupt the reader's flow with detailed source information

• To replace the works cited page

Answer explanation

In-text citations in MLA format are used to provide enough information for the audience to find the citation on the works cited page.

🌟 Where does the sneaky in-text citation love to hide in a sentence?

• At the mysterious beginning of the sentence

• Right after the quote, like a shadow

• At the very end, like the final piece of a puzzle

• In the middle, causing a little chaos

Answer explanation

The sneaky in-text citation loves to hide at the very end, like the final piece of a puzzle.

What is the standard font size in MLA format?

• 10 pt.

• 11 pt.

• 12 pt.

• 14 pt.

Answer explanation

The standard font size in MLA format is 12 pt.

What is the purpose of the 'works cited' page in MLA format?

• To list all the sources that were mentioned in the paper

• To list all the sources that the author has read while writing the paper

• To list all the sources that the author found interesting

• To list all the sources that the author wants to read in the future

Answer explanation

The 'works cited' page in MLA format is used to list all the sources mentioned in the paper.