In-Text Citations

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What is an in-text citation?

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An in-text citation is a brief reference within the text of a paper that indicates the source of information or ideas, typically including the author's last name and the page number.

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Why are in-text citations important?

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In-text citations are important because they give credit to the original authors, help avoid plagiarism, and allow readers to locate the full source in the bibliography.

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

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In MLA format, an in-text citation typically includes the author's last name and the page number, e.g., (Smith 23).

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How do you format an in-text citation for a source with no author?

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For a source with no author, use a shortened title of the work in quotation marks, followed by the page number, e.g., ("Title of Work" 45).

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What is the difference between a direct quote and a paraphrase?

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

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How do you cite a source with multiple authors in-text?

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For a source with two authors, include both last names, e.g., (Smith and Jones 45). For three or more authors, use the first author's last name followed by 'et al.', e.g., (Smith et al. 45).

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What is a full citation?

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A full citation provides complete details about a source, including the author's name, title of the work, publication information, and format, allowing readers to find the source.

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How do you create an in-text citation for a book?

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For a book, include the author's last name and the page number in parentheses, e.g., (Smith 123).

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What is the purpose of a bibliography?

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A bibliography lists all the sources cited in a work, providing full details for readers to locate each source.

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What is the correct in-text citation for a work by a single author?

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The correct in-text citation for a work by a single author includes the author's last name and the page number, e.g., (Johnson 45).