Works Cited Page and How to Cite a Book
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What is the primary function of a citation in academic writing?

  • To demonstrate the writer's research skills
  • To direct readers to the bibliography
  • To provide evidence of the information sources used (correct)
  • To show off the author's knowledge

    • Why is it important to use MLA style citations?

  • To increase the word count of the paper
  • To make the paper look more professional
  • To confuse readers about the information sources
  • To avoid plagiarism and give credit to original sources (correct)

    • Which statement accurately describes the purpose of using MLA style for citations?

  • MLA style is only suitable for elementary school projects, not for high school or college.
  • MLA style is unnecessary as long as you acknowledge using outside information.
  • MLA style ensures consistency in writing citations and protects against plagiarism. (correct)
  • MLA style makes citations longer and harder to read.

    • When should a writer properly credit their information source?

    <p>Whenever summarizing, paraphrasing, or quoting another author's material.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for writing a citation in an academic paper?

    <p>To give credit to the original source and avoid plagiarism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does using MLA style help protect a writer from accusations of plagiarism?

    <p>By ensuring that readers can easily verify the information sources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the Works Cited Page typically appear in a paper?

    <p>After the conclusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information does the Works Cited Page provide?

    <p>Information to locate and retrieve the sources used</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should a paper be formatted according to the text?

    <p>Double-space and use 12 point Times Roman font</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In citing a book with two authors, how should the authors' names be listed?

    <p>Last name first initial order for both authors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should punctuation after sentences be handled in a paper?

    <p>Leave one space after periods and other punctuation marks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information is included in the citation for an Internet source according to the text?

    <p>Name of author, title of website, and day you accessed the site</p> Signup and view all the answers

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