MLA Works Cited: Electronic Sources Quiz
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What does MLA recommend when citing web addresses due to their dynamic nature?

  • Include the https:// prefix when citing URLs.
  • Use containers like Youtube or JSTOR to access sources easily. (correct)
  • Include the page numbers along with the URL.
  • Cite the DOI number if available instead of the URL.

    • When citing a scholarly journal article from a database with a DOI available, what should be used instead of the URL?

  • Page numbers
  • DOI number (correct)
  • https:// prefix
  • Permalink

    • What abbreviation should be used to denote a single paragraph number when page numbers are not available?

  • p.
  • pp.
  • par. (correct)
  • https://

    • What information should be collected when citing electronic sources in MLA style?

    <p>Author names, publisher information, DOI or URL, date accessed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is recommended if dealing with web pages that change frequently or lack a visible copyright date?

    <p>Save all relevant information for future reference</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be used for a span of two or more paragraphs when page numbers are not available in an MLA citation?

    <p>pars.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best practice recommended for managing online sources according to the text?

    <p>Keeping personal copies of important information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the MLA Handbook emphasize in relation to citing sources?

    <p>Taking note of primary elements in every source</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it advised to record when you first consult with each online source?

    <p>To provide the 'Accessed' date for MLA citations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is NOT necessary for citing sources according to the text?

    <p>Copyright date</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text recommend regarding online information that can change or disappear?

    <p>Save personal copies of important electronic information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should a writer assort primary elements from a source according to the text?

    <p>In a general format</p> Signup and view all the answers

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