Writing a Reference List
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What is the purpose of a reference list at the end of a piece of writing?

  • To provide a summary of the main points
  • To compile a list of all sources cited in the text (correct)
  • To introduce new concepts not covered in the text
  • To offer additional resources for further reading
  • What information may be included in a reference list?

  • Publisher name and location (correct)
  • Author's favorite color
  • Date of the author's birth
  • Author's favorite food
  • Which term is sometimes used interchangeably with 'references'?

  • Bibliography (correct)
  • Index
  • Abstract
  • Acknowledgments
  • In which fields is the Harvard referencing system commonly used?

    <p>Humanities and Business</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the abbreviation 'pp.' stand for in a reference list?

    <p>Pages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of information would be found in a reference list entry for a journal article?

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

    What is the main purpose of compiling a reference list at the end of a piece of writing?

    <p>To list all sources mentioned in the text for readers to easily find</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Harvard referencing system, which part of the reference entry is responsible for providing details like the author's name and date of publication?

    <p>Authorship details</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is crucial to ensure when compiling a reference list using different referencing systems?

    <p>Being consistent in the usage of the selected system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of a reference list entry typically indicates the specific pages from which information was sourced?

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

    What role does a reference list serve in academic writing?

    <p>To give credit to original authors and allow readers to verify sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is sometimes used interchangeably with 'bibliography' in relation to academic writing?

    <p>'References'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you are uncertain about the requirements of a specific referencing system for compiling a reference list?

    <p>Ask your tutor for clarification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which system, commonly used in Humanities and Business fields, may have several versions that authors must be consistent with?

    <p>'Harvard' system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'pp.' in a reference entry typically refers to which information?

    <p>'Page numbers'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When referring to the Harvard referencing system, what does 'DOI' stand for and what is its purpose?

    <p>'Digital Object Identifier', used to provide unique identification for online resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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