Understanding Bibliographies in Academic Writing
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When should citations be used in a paper or essay?

  • When directly quoting someone else's work (correct)
  • When presenting general information
  • When mentioning well-known facts
  • When using personal opinions

What type of citation style uses author-page citations for in-text citations?

  • MLA (correct)
  • APA
  • Chicago
  • Harvard

In APA style, how should a source with two authors be cited in an in-text citation?

  • (Lopez, 2011)
  • (Lopez et al., 2013)
  • (Lopez and Johnson, 2012)
  • (Lopez & Johnson, 2012) (correct)

Which page of a paper should a Works Cited page begin on?

<p>A separate page at the end of the essay (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be included at the top of an MLA Works Cited page?

<p>Works Cited title (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are citations essential when writing a paper?

<p>To enable readers to revisit the sources used by the author (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What content should be included in an APA in-text citation for a quotation?

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

In Chicago style, how is general reference to a source done for an in-text citation?

<p>(Author Date) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information should be included for entries on a Works Cited page in MLA style for printed books?

<p>City of publication (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of including a bibliography in academic writing?

<p>To provide credibility, acknowledge sources, and credit other authors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bibliography includes a brief description and evaluation of each source?

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

In what fields is the Chicago Manual of Style commonly used for citations?

<p>History and humanities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which citation style is primarily utilized in the psychological and social sciences fields?

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

What does a working bibliography include?

<p>Sources consulted thus far that change as research continues (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do APA and MLA styles have in common?

<p>They are among the most commonly used citation styles (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of bibliography mentioned in the text?

<p>Descriptive bibliography (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'The MLA Style is commonly used in which academic fields?' Which of the following would be the best answer to this question?

<p>English, modern language, and film studies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'What purpose does the Annotated bibliography serve?' Which of the following statements best answers this question?

<p>It includes a brief description and evaluation of each source. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended way to include the DOI number when citing online sources in either APA or MLA format?

<p>Use the URL if the DOI is unavailable (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When citing a magazine article, what information is crucial to include?

<p>The name and publication date of the magazine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In academic writing, what information is necessary when citing a direct quote according to APA style?

<p>Author's last name and page number (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which publication details are required when citing journal articles within text according to MLA style?

<p>Author's last name and page number (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in a citation for a peer-reviewed scholarly journal article in academic writing?

<p>Last name, first name, and middle initial of each author (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT required in a reference page citation for a journal article?

<p>'https://' in the URL (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which citation style requires including the date on which you retrieved the information?

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

When using an online source for academic writing, what additional information is required besides the article's title and author?

<p>'DOI' number (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you are unsure about how to format your citations correctly?

<p>Consult an appropriate guide or video for formatting help (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What key information do you need when citing a magazine article both in text and on your reference page?

<p>Magazine's name, publication date, issue and volume numbers, article's title, author, and page numbers. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main definition of plagiarism?

<p>To use information from a third party without giving credit (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is intentional plagiarism considered a big issue in academia?

<p>It undermines academic integrity and ethics (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In MLA, what is the purpose of using citations and applying the format appropriately?

<p>To present papers in an organized and presentable manner (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two necessary parts for citing each source in APA format?

<p>In-text citations and references (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Chicago Style differ from MLA in terms of citing sources?

<p>Chicago uses footnotes with full citations, while MLA uses a reference page (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information is typically included in a standard APA in-text citation?

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

Why is it important for authors to avoid unintentional plagiarism?

<p>To prevent being accused of academic dishonesty (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a footnote in Chicago Style?

<p>To provide detailed source information at the end of the paper (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does being a code-breaker, as mentioned in the text, refer to primarily?

<p>Identifying when an author uses information from a third party (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is being able to identify secondhand information important for authors?

<p>To check if the original author's perspective was taken out of context (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an annotated bibliography?

<p>To include a brief description and evaluation of each source (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which citation style is common in history and humanities fields?

<p>Chicago Manual of Style (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a working bibliography include?

<p>Sources consulted thus far that change as research continues (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which academic fields is APA Style primarily utilized?

<p>Psychological and social sciences fields (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an enumerative bibliography from an annotated bibliography?

<p>An enumerative bibliography lists all works consulted without descriptions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key reason for using citation styles in academic writing?

<p>To give credit to authors of consulted works (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which citation style is commonly used in English, modern language, and film studies fields?

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

What makes APA and MLA styles the most commonly used citation styles?

<p>They are utilized across various academic disciplines. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bibliography would be most useful for an author who is still conducting research?

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

What does an enumerative bibliography primarily focus on?

<p>Listing all works and sources consulted by the author (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key piece of information needed when citing a magazine article?

<p>The issue and volume numbers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In academic writing, what is required when citing a direct quote according to MLA style?

<p>Author's last name and page number (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What additional information is needed besides the author and article title when using an online source?

<p>DOI number or URL (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When citing a journal article in APA style in the text, what information is necessary?

<p>Author's last name and publication year (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For a periodical or online scholarly journal in APA or MLA, what is the best to include?

<p>DOI number or URL if DOI is unavailable (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In APA style, what is the recommended way to cite a source with two authors in an in-text citation?

<p>(First Author &amp; Second Author, Publication Year) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary when citing a peer-reviewed scholarly journal article?

<p>Volume and issue number of the journal (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in an APA in-text citation for a quotation?

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

When using MLA format, what should you not include in the URL?

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

What is not required when creating a reference page citation for a journal article?

<p>Article's word count (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are in-text citations important in academic writing?

<p>To give credit to the sources used in the paper. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between MLA and APA in-text citations?

<p>APA uses author-page citations, while MLA uses author-date citations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To showcase all the sources cited in the body of the essay. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should citations be utilized in academic writing?

<p>When including facts or information from another source. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In APA style, how should a source with three authors be cited in an in-text citation?

<p>(Lopez et al., 2013) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of reverse indentation on an MLA Works Cited page?

<p>To visually distinguish individual entries. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bibliography includes a brief description and evaluation of each source?

<p>Annotated bibliography (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Intentional plagiarism' refers to:

<p>Consciously using someone else's work without proper attribution. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a footnote in Chicago Style?

<p>To list relevant information starting with the source's author (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should citations be used in a paper or essay?

<p>When paraphrasing someone else's ideas (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What content should be included in an APA in-text citation for a quotation?

<p>Author, publication year, and page number (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for authors to avoid unintentional plagiarism?

<p>To maintain academic integrity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of citation style uses author-page citations for in-text citations?

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

'The MLA Style is commonly used in which academic fields?' Which of the following would be the best answer to this question?

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

'What purpose does the Annotated bibliography serve?' Which of the following statements best answers this question?

<p>Lists sources with brief descriptions and evaluations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Why is being able to identify secondhand information important for authors?' Which of the following answers this question accurately?

<p>To avoid unintentional plagiarism (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What key information do you need when citing a magazine article both in text and on your reference page?

<p>Author(s), year, title of article/book/website, publication information, and URL or DOI. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In MLA, what is the purpose of using citations and applying the format appropriately?

<p>To ensure proper credit is given to sources. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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