MLA Documentation and In-Text Citations
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What are the two main parts of the MLA documentation system?

  • An in-text citation and a bibliographic entry (correct)
  • A title page and a works cited page
  • A citation format and a bibliography
  • An author summary and in-text references

    • Which feature of MLA documentation ensures minimal information is provided for the reader?

  • Minimalist approach (correct)
  • Systematic categorization
  • Detailed bibliographic entries
  • Extensive footnotes

    • How does the MLA system enhance the readability of a research paper?

  • By using excessive references
  • By using signal phrases and parenthetical references (correct)
  • Through clear headings
  • With complex citation rules

    • What purpose do signal phrases serve in MLA documentation?

    <p>To name the source and provide context</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the arrangement of alphabetized entries in the works-cited list accomplish?

    <p>It simplifies locating source details for the reader</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the overall aim of the MLA documentation system?

    <p>To clarify and enhance understanding for readers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the MLA format is true?

    <p>It separates source material from the author's ideas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of the parenthetical references used in the MLA format?

    <p>They are unobtrusive and allow for flexibility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the in-text citation of Anna Hutchens tell the reader?

    <p>The material is sourced from Anna Hutchens on page 449.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is an in-text citation formatted in MLA style when the author's name is included in the sentence?

    <p>The author's full name is used with the page number in parentheses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about the MLA-style citation for works cited?

    <p>It specifies both the volume and issue number of the source.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of MLA citations, which element is not commonly included in in-text citations?

    <p>Publisher information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When referring to unfamiliar authors in a paper, what should the citation include upon first reference?

    <p>The full name with the page number.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'no comma between name and page number' imply in MLA citations?

    <p>The author's last name and the page number should be listed together without punctuation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for MLA style to offer a basic pattern for citations?

    <p>To assist researchers in stating their sources clearly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of MLA style in-text citation is specific to avoiding ambiguity?

    <p>Referencing the exact page number where the information is found.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when citing a work that has an editor instead of an author?

    <p>Use the editor's name in the citation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is it appropriate to omit page numbers in a citation?

    <p>When citing complete works.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should you format the citation for a work by two authors?

    <p>List the first author's name followed by 'and' with the second author's name.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be included in an in-text citation when borrowing ideas from a source?

    <p>Both the author's last name and page number.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should typically be included in an in-text citation?

    <p>The author's last name and the page number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is NOT true about citing sources?

    <p>It's acceptable to use abbreviations for page references.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should citations be integrated into your writing?

    <p>Where a pause would naturally occur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What citation format is recommended when the author is mentioned in the text?

    <p>The author's last name followed by the page number is listed in parentheses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is essential for every in-text citation used in a paper?

    <p>It must correspond to a source in the works cited list</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When incorporating a paraphrase into your paper, what should be clear?

    <p>Where your ideas begin and where the source's ideas end</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the citation follow after the author's name when borrowing specific content?

    <p>The page number without any punctuation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stylistic cue is an appropriate way to introduce a quote?

    <p>Kalmbach points out...</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required when citing an artist's work instead of an author?

    <p>Cite the artist's name instead in your citation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of citations are referred to as ‘parenthetical references’?

    <p>In-text citations that include author and page number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an incorrect approach when creating an in-text citation?

    <p>Listing the page number before the author's name</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required of every source in the works cited list?

    <p>It must be referred to at least once in the paper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if a document lacks both page and paragraph numbers?

    <p>Cite the entire work.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method can indicate a shift back to the author's own discussion?

    <p>Implement a source-reflective statement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge arises when sources lack page numbers for citations?

    <p>Parenthetical notation cannot be applied.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does one not need to use a parenthetical citation?

    <p>When the author is identified within the text.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is suggested as a necessary tool for stable pagination in digital resources?

    <p>Utilizing resources in .pdf format.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Cengage Learning reserve the right to do?

    <p>Remove content due to rights restrictions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a correct citation for a work with one author?

    <p>Author's last name only in text.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key consideration when citing sources without pagination?

    <p>Using source-reflective statements appropriately.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    MLA Documentation

    • The MLA style aims for clarity and helpfulness for the reader.
    • It consists of two parts: an in-text citation and a matching bibliographic entry.
    • In-text citations contain the least amount of information needed for the reader to identify the source in the works-cited list.
    • Signal phrases name the author and place the source material in context.
    • Works-cited lists are alphabetized and contain all relevant source details.
    • The style offers a basic pattern for citing various source types.

    In-Text Citations

    • Citations should be brief and unobtrusive, smoothly integrated into writing.
    • In-text citations refer to corresponding entries in the Works Cited list.
    • They are located where a pause would naturally occur, often at the end of a sentence.
    • If no page or paragraph numbers are available, cite the entire work without creating your own numbering system.

    Sample In-Text Citations

    • One Author: A Complete Work
      • If the author's name is mentioned in the text, a parenthetical citation is not needed.
      • If the author's name is not mentioned in the text, include it in a parenthetical citation.
    • One Author: Part of a Work
      • Include the author's last name and the page number in parentheses.
      • Leave a space between the author's last name and the page number.
    • A Work by Two Authors
      • Give the last names of both authors in the same order they appear in the works-cited section.
    • A Work by Three or More Authors
      • Include the first author's last name followed by "et al." in parentheses.
    • A Work With No Author
      • Use the title of the work in the in-text citation.

    Citing Electronic Sources

    • For resources with no pagination or paragraph numbers, use a source-reflective statement to signal a shift back to your own discussion.
    • For digital sources, use the “pdf” version for stable pagination.

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