Creating a Works Cited Page in MLA Style

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What is the purpose of a Works Cited page in an MLA-style essay?

To list all references cited by the writer in the essay

What is required if an author has borrowed words or ideas from outside sources?

An in-text citation and a Works Cited page

What is included in a Works Cited page?

Titles, names of authors, date, and city of each source's publication

What is the difference between a Works Cited page and a bibliography?

A Works Cited page is used in MLA style, while a bibliography is used in Chicago style Signup and view all the answers

Why must a writer cite the original source of a paragraph even if they change a few words?

Because the writer is using the original author's ideas Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of in-text citations in an MLA-style essay?

To credit the original authors of the sources cited Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between MLA style and other citation styles?

The name of the list of references Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between a Works Cited page and a bibliography?

A Works Cited page includes only sources cited in the paper, while a bibliography includes all sources referenced. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating an in-text citation?

To give the reader a brief synopsis of where the information was found. Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of failing to properly cite sources in an essay?

Committing plagiarism, which can lead to negative consequences such as failing an assignment, failing a class, losing one's job, and in some cases, legal action. Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct formatting for a Works Cited page in MLA style?

The title is centered at the top of the page, with one-inch margins, and double spacing. Signup and view all the answers

What information should be included in a Works Cited entry for a print book?

Author's name, title, location, company, and year of publication. Signup and view all the answers

How should the author's name be written in a Works Cited entry?

Last name, then first name, followed by a comma, and then a period. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of reverse indentation in a Works Cited entry?

To distinguish the first line of the entry from the rest of the lines. Signup and view all the answers

Why do Works Cited entries for different types of sources have different formats?

Because the sources are in different formats, such as books, websites, and images. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Creating a Works Cited Page

A Works Cited page is a list of all references cited by a writer in an MLA-style essay.
It contains the titles, names of authors, dates, and cities of each source's publication.

Importance of a Works Cited Page

A Works Cited page is required if an author has borrowed words or ideas from outside sources.
It gives proper credit to the original authors and helps avoid plagiarism.

Differences between a Works Cited Page and a Bibliography

A Works Cited page lists only sources cited in the paper.
A bibliography lists all sources used in the research process, including those not cited in the paper.

Avoiding Plagiarism

To avoid plagiarism, a writer must create an in-text citation and a Works Cited page.
Plagiarism can have negative consequences, including failing an assignment, failing a class, losing a job, or facing legal action.

MLA Style Guidelines for a Works Cited Page

A Works Cited page must begin on a new page at the end of the essay.
The title "Works Cited" is centered at the top of the page.
The page has consistent font style and size, one-inch page margins, and a page header with the writer's last name and page number.
The page is double-spaced, with reverse indentation (0.5 inches) for each entry.

Presenting Entries on a Works Cited Page

Entries include information about the title, author, location, company, and year of publication.
Entries are alphabetized by source author's last name.
The source title is italicized, and each entry has a specific formatting guideline.

Examples of Works Cited Entries

Print book: Riley, Lucinda. The Seven Sisters. New York: Atria, 2015. Print.
Website: Bonn, Amy. How to Make a Works Cited Page. Study.com, 21 Sept. 2021, study.com/academy/lesson/how-to-make-a-works-cited-page.html.
E-book: Cisneros, Sandra. La Casa en Mango Street. E-book, Penguin Random House, 2013.
Image: Zelenov, Anton. Our Lady of Mount Carmel and St Pauls Pro-Cathedral. 21 March, 2015. https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Our_Lady_of_Mount_Carmel_and_St_Pauls_Pro-Cathedral.jpg. Accessed 21 September 2021.