Formatting Works Cited Pages

The video tutorial explains how to create a works cited page in MLA format for a research paper. It covers the differences between a bibliography and a works cited page, the formatting requirements such as double spacing and alphabetical order, and the importance of citing sources directly referenced in the paper. The tutorial also provides examples and emphasizes the use of hanging indents, referencing Purdue OWL as a resource.

What is the primary focus of the video tutorial?

• How to write an annotated bibliography

• How to write a research paper

• How to format a works cited page in MLA

• How to conduct research

What is the main difference between a bibliography and a works cited page?

• A bibliography is optional, while a works cited is mandatory.

• A bibliography is for online sources, while a works cited is for print sources.

• A bibliography is only for books, while a works cited is for articles.

• A bibliography lists all readings, while a works cited lists only referenced sources.

How should the title 'Works Cited' be formatted on the page?

• Left-aligned and bold

• Right-aligned and italicized

• Centered and double-spaced

• Centered and underlined

In what order should the sources be listed on the works cited page?

• By author's first name

• By type of source

• By date of publication

• Alphabetically by author's last name or first word of citation

What should you do if a source is cited in your paper?

• Ensure it is listed on the works cited page

• List it in a separate document

• Only mention it in the introduction

• Include it in the appendix

What is an example of a paraphrasing citation?

• Directly quoting a source

• Summarizing a source in your own words

• Listing a source without using it

• Citing a source without a page number

How should a direct quote be verified on the works cited page?

• By ensuring the page number matches

• By checking the author's biography

• By checking the publication date

• By comparing it to other quotes

What is a hanging indent?

• An indent used for footnotes

• An indent used for block quotes

• An indent where the first line is flush left and subsequent lines are indented

• An indent used for the first line of a paragraph

What resource is recommended for formatting works cited pages?

• The Chicago Manual of Style

• The Purdue OWL website

• The MLA Handbook

• The APA Publication Manual