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</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    What does a working bibliography include?

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

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

    <p>Descriptive bibliography</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</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.</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</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</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</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</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</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>MLA style</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</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</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.</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</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is intentional plagiarism considered a big issue in academia?

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

    Which citation style is common in history and humanities fields?

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

    What does a working bibliography include?

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

    In which academic fields is APA Style primarily utilized?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    <p>https://</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</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.</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.</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.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should citations be utilized in academic writing?

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

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

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

    'Intentional plagiarism' refers to:

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

    When should citations be used in a paper or essay?

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

    Why is it important for authors to avoid unintentional plagiarism?

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

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

    <p>APA Style</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</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</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</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.</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.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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