MLA and APA Writing Formats
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MLA and APA Writing Formats

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What is the primary purpose of MLA writing format?

  • To provide a citation style for medical fields
  • To organize references alphabetically by author's last name
  • To uniformly identify language and literature papers (correct)
  • To create a format for citing sources in social sciences

    • Which of the following is NOT a part of APA in-text citation?

  • Title of the article (correct)
  • Year of publication
  • Page number
  • Author's name

    • What is the term for the list of references cited in an MLA style essay?

  • Citation List
  • Bibliography
  • Works Cited (correct)
  • References

    • When was the MLA writing format developed?

    <p>1883</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between MLA and APA formats?

    <p>MLA is used for language and literature, while APA is used for social sciences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the format of a standard APA in-text citation?

    <p>Author, year, and page number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the reference page in APA format?

    <p>To organize all the references alphabetically by the authors' last names</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the formatting of references vary in APA format?

    <p>It varies depending on the type of source</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To give credit to the sources used to support the writer's ideas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of not giving proper credit to the sources used in an essay?

    <p>The writer is committing plagiarism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should the Works Cited page begin in an essay?

    <p>On a new page at the end of the essay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the format of the title 'Works Cited' on the Works Cited page?

    <p>Centered at the top of the page</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To distinguish the first line of the entry from the rest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between citing a printed book and an e-book in a Works Cited page?

    <p>Printed books include the city of publication, while e-books do not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the citation for an online image in a Works Cited page?

    <p>The URL and the date of access</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the arrangement of entries on a Works Cited page?

    <p>Alphabetized by author's last name</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which discipline is most likely to use the MLA writing format?

    <p>Language and literature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of in-text citations in APA style?

    <p>To briefly provide source information in the body of the paper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of MLA writing format?

    <p>It is an organized way of presenting papers and assignments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between in-text citations and references in APA style?

    <p>In-text citations provide brief source information, while references provide detailed source information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a feature of APA reference page?

    <p>Including a brief summary of the source</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To list all references cited in the essay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to include a Works Cited page in an essay?

    <p>To give proper credit to the sources used</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common feature of both MLA and APA writing formats?

    <p>Using a standardized way of presenting papers and assignments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of using a standardized writing format like MLA or APA?

    <p>It helps to organize and present papers and assignments in a clear and concise manner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of in-text citations and a Works Cited page?

    <p>To give credit to the sources used and avoid plagiarism</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Centered at the top of the page in the same font style and size as the text</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are the entries arranged on a Works Cited page?

    <p>Alphabetically by author's last name</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information is included in the citation for an e-book?

    <p>URL, but not city of publication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of double spacing between lines of text on a Works Cited page?

    <p>To follow the MLA style guideline for formatting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should the Works Cited page be placed in an essay?

    <p>On a separate page at the end of the essay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of not giving proper credit to the sources used in an essay?

    <p>The writer will be accused of plagiarism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    MLA Format

    • Developed in 1883, widely used in universities and colleges
    • Organized way of presenting papers and assignments, including citations
    • Helps avoid plagiarism by providing proper credit to sources

    APA Format

    • Created by the American Psychological Association
    • Used in social sciences, medical fields, and educational fields for citing sources
    • Consists of in-text citations and references
    • In-text citation format: author, year, and page number
    • Reference page format: author(s), year, title, publication information, and URL or DOI

    Works Cited Page (MLA)

    • List of all references cited in the body of an MLA style essay
    • Required to avoid plagiarism
    • Must begin on a new page at the end of the essay, separate from the main body of the text
    • Formatting guidelines:
      • Title "Works Cited" centered at the top of the page
      • Same font style and size for title and text
      • Double spacing between all lines of text
      • Reverse indentation of the second and following lines of an entry
      • Entries alphabetized by author's last name
    • Different citation formats for different types of sources (e.g. printed books, e-books, websites, online images)

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