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

  • A Works Cited page is the final section of a work, while a bibliography is the penultimate section of a work.
  • A Works Cited page is written in Chicago or Turabian style, while a bibliography is written in MLA style.
  • A Works Cited page includes only sources cited in the paper, while a bibliography may include works not cited in the paper but referenced during the research process. (correct)
  • A Works Cited page is centered at the top of the page, while a bibliography is left-aligned.

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

  • To avoid plagiarism by giving proper credit to the original source.
  • To provide the reader with a brief synopsis of where the information was collected from. (correct)
  • To direct the reader to the Works Cited page for more detailed information about the source.
  • To fulfill formatting guidelines determined by the Modern Language Association.

    • What are the negative consequences of plagiarism as mentioned in the text?

  • Failing an assignment, failing a class, losing one's job, and legal action. (correct)
  • Receiving a lower grade, academic probation, and expulsion from school.
  • Receiving a warning, academic probation, and facing legal action.
  • Lowering one's academic reputation, receiving a warning, and facing suspension.

    • How should entries be formatted on a Works Cited page according to MLA style guidelines?

    <p>Author's last name first, followed by a comma and then the first name; entries are alphabetized by source author's last name; the source title is italicized and followed by a period. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Location, company, and year of the source's publication. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To list all references cited in the body of the essay (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it necessary to create a Works Cited page?

    <p>To acknowledge the use of external sources in the essay (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of not citing borrowed ideas or words in an MLA style essay?

    <p>Plagiarism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the equivalent of a Works Cited page in a Chicago or Turabian style paper?

    <p>Bibliography (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information is included in a Works Cited page?

    <p>Titles, names of the authors, date, and city of each source's publication (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    When is it required to create a Works Cited page?

    <p>When borrowing words or ideas from outside sources (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information is included in a Works Cited page?

    <p>Titles, names of the authors, date, and city of each source's publication (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which other styling formats for citing sources is the list of references called a bibliography?

    <p>Chicago and Turabian styles (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to cite the original source even if a writer changes a few words from the borrowed paragraph?

    <p>Because the writer is borrowing another author's ideas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Works Cited Page vs. Bibliography

    • The main difference between a Works Cited page and a bibliography is that a Works Cited page only includes sources cited in the paper, while a bibliography includes all sources used during research.

    Purpose of In-Text Citation

    • The purpose of creating an in-text citation is to give credit to the original author and to allow readers to locate the source in the Works Cited page.

    Consequences of Plagiarism

    • The negative consequences of plagiarism include academic penalties, loss of credibility, and damage to one's reputation.

    Formatting Works Cited Page (MLA Style)

    • Entries on a Works Cited page should be formatted in alphabetical order by author's last name, with each entry double-spaced and having a hanging indent.
    • A Works Cited entry for a print book should include the author's name, title of the book, title of the publication, publisher, publication date, and page numbers.

    Purpose of Works Cited Page

    • The purpose of a Works Cited page is to provide a list of sources cited in the paper, allowing readers to access the sources and giving credit to the original authors.

    Necessity of Works Cited Page

    • It is necessary to create a Works Cited page to avoid plagiarism, give credit to original authors, and provide evidence for the writer's arguments.

    Consequences of Not Citing

    • The consequence of not citing borrowed ideas or words is plagiarism, which can result in academic penalties and damage to one's reputation.

    Equivalent of Works Cited Page

    • In Chicago or Turabian style papers, the equivalent of a Works Cited page is a bibliography.

    Information Included in Works Cited Page

    • A Works Cited page includes a list of sources cited in the paper, including author's name, title of the source, publication date, and page numbers.

    When to Create a Works Cited Page

    • A Works Cited page is required when a writer uses sources to support their arguments or ideas.

    Importance of Citing Original Source

    • It is important to cite the original source even if a writer changes a few words from the borrowed paragraph to avoid plagiarism and give credit to the original author.

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    Test your knowledge of creating a Works Cited page in MLA style with this quiz. Learn about the essential elements, formatting, and proper citation of sources. Ideal for students, writers, and anyone seeking to enhance their understanding of academic writing and referencing.

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