Plagiarism and Credit

What happens if you use someone else's words or ideas without giving credit?

• You get praised for originality.

• You might face plagiarism charges.

• You automatically own the ideas.

• You receive a reward.

How can we make sure we give credit to someone for their words or ideas?

• Ignore the source.

• Use the ideas as your own.

• Cite the source properly.

• Change a few words and claim it.

What is the connection between in-text citations and the Works Cited page?

• They are unrelated

• Each in-text citation corresponds directly to an entry on the Works Cited page

• In-text citations are only used for direct quotes

• The Works Cited page lists only books

In MLA format, what follows the author's last name in an in-text citation?

• A comma

• A period

• A page number

• A semicolon

Which of the following is true about MLA in-text citations?

• They are optional

• They are only used for books

• They must match an entry on the Works Cited page

• They include the author's first name

How should you cite a book with three or more authors in MLA format?

• (Johnson et al. 89)

• (Johnson and Smith 89)

• (Johnson, Smith, and Doe 89)

• (Johnson 89)

What is the purpose of in-text citations in MLA format?

• To provide a summary

• To give credit to sources

• To list all authors

• To explain the text

What does the number in an MLA in-text citation represent?

• Page number

• Chapter number

• Volume number

• Edition number

Which of the following is a correct MLA citation for a single author?

• (Smith 45)

• (Smith et al. 45)

• (Smith and Johnson 45)

• (Smith 67)

How do you cite a book with three or more authors in MLA format?

• (Johnson et al. 89)

• (Johnson and Smith 89)

• (Johnson, Smith, and Doe 89)

• (Johnson 89)