English Comp MLA Citation Format
30 flashcards covering English Comp MLA Citation Format for the ENGLISH-COMPOSITION English Comp Topics section.
The MLA citation format is a standardized method for documenting sources in academic writing, primarily defined by the Modern Language Association (MLA) in its "MLA Handbook." This format is crucial for English Composition courses as it helps students properly attribute ideas and research, ensuring academic integrity and providing a clear path for readers to trace original sources.
On practice exams and competency assessments for English Composition, questions often focus on identifying correct in-text citations and works cited entries. Common traps include mixing citation styles, neglecting to format titles correctly, or failing to include all necessary publication details. Students may also struggle with understanding when to use italics versus quotation marks, leading to inconsistencies in their citations.
One practical tip to keep in mind is to always double-check the specific guidelines for the assignment, as instructors may have unique preferences regarding citation details.
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What is the basic format for an MLA citation of a book?
An MLA citation for a book includes the author's last name, first name, title of the book in italics, publisher, and year of publication. For example: Smith, John. The Art of Writing. Penguin, 2020. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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How should an MLA citation for a journal article be structured?
An MLA citation for a journal article should include the author's last name, first name, "Title of Article," title of journal in italics, volume number, issue number, year of publication, and page range. For example: Doe, Jane. "Exploring Literature." Journal of English Studies, vol. 12, no. 3, 2021, pp. 45-67. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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What is the correct way to cite a website in MLA format?
To cite a website in MLA format, include the author's last name, first name, "Title of Webpage," website name in italics, publisher (if different from the website name), publication date, and URL. For example: Smith, John. "Understanding MLA Format." Writing Resources, 2021, www.writingresources.com/mla. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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What is required for in-text citations in MLA format?
In-text citations in MLA format require the author's last name and the page number from which the information is taken, formatted as (Author's Last Name Page Number). For example: (Smith 23). (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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How do you format a Works Cited page in MLA?
A Works Cited page in MLA format should be on a new page, titled 'Works Cited' centered at the top, with all entries listed alphabetically by the author's last name, double-spaced, and with a hanging indent for each entry. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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What is the rule for citing multiple works by the same author in MLA?
When citing multiple works by the same author in MLA format, list the author's name for the first entry only, and then use three hyphens in place of the name for subsequent entries. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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How should you cite a chapter in an edited book in MLA format?
To cite a chapter in an edited book, include the author's last name, first name, "Title of Chapter," title of book in italics, edited by editor's name, publisher, year of publication, and page range. For example: Brown, Alice. "The Future of Writing." Essays on Literature, edited by John Smith, Oxford UP, 2020, pp. 50-70. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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What is the format for citing a film in MLA?
To cite a film in MLA format, include the title of the film in italics, the director's name, the production company, and the release year. For example: Inception. Directed by Christopher Nolan, Warner Bros, 2010. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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How do you cite a source with no author in MLA format?
For a source with no author in MLA format, begin the citation with the title of the work, followed by the publisher and date of publication. For example: The Chicago Manual of Style. University of Chicago Press, 2017. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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What is the correct way to format a quote longer than four lines in MLA?
A quote longer than four lines in MLA format should be formatted as a block quote, which is indented one inch from the left margin, double-spaced, and does not use quotation marks. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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How do you cite a personal interview in MLA format?
To cite a personal interview in MLA format, include the name of the person interviewed, the type of interview (Personal interview), and the date of the interview. For example: Smith, John. Personal interview. 15 Mar. 2021. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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When citing a source with two authors in MLA, how should it be formatted?
When citing a source with two authors in MLA format, list the first author's last name, first name, and the second author's first name followed by last name. For example: Smith, John, and Jane Doe. Collaborative Writing. Penguin, 2020. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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What is the format for citing a government publication in MLA?
To cite a government publication in MLA format, include the name of the government agency as the author, the title of the publication in italics, the publisher, and the year of publication. For example: U.S. Department of Education. Annual Report 2020. Government Printing Office, 2020. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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How should you cite a podcast episode in MLA format?
To cite a podcast episode in MLA format, include the host's name, the title of the episode in quotation marks, the title of the podcast in italics, the network, the date of publication, and the URL. For example: Doe, Jane. "Episode Title." Podcast Name, Network, 1 Jan. 2021, www.podcasturl.com. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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What is the correct way to cite a YouTube video in MLA?
To cite a YouTube video in MLA format, include the name of the person or organization who uploaded the video, the title of the video in quotation marks, the website name in italics, the date of upload, and the URL. For example: Smith, John. "How to Write in MLA Format." YouTube, 1 Jan. 2021, www.youtube.com/watch?v=example. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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What is the proper way to cite an anthology in MLA format?
To cite an anthology in MLA format, include the editor's name, the title of the anthology in italics, the publisher, and the year of publication. For example: Johnson, Mary, editor. Great American Short Stories. HarperCollins, 2019. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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How do you format the title of a book in an MLA citation?
In an MLA citation, the title of a book should be italicized and capitalized according to standard title case rules. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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What is the correct format for citing a thesis or dissertation in MLA?
To cite a thesis or dissertation in MLA format, include the author's name, title of the thesis in italics, the type of thesis, the name of the institution, and the year of completion. For example: Smith, John. The Impact of Social Media on Communication. Master's thesis, University of XYZ, 2020. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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What is the guideline for citing a source in a foreign language in MLA?
When citing a source in a foreign language in MLA format, provide the title in its original language, followed by the translation in brackets if necessary. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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How do you cite a speech in MLA format?
To cite a speech in MLA format, include the speaker's name, the title of the speech in quotation marks, the event name, the location, and the date. For example: Obama, Barack. "A More Perfect Union." Speech, National Constitution Center, Philadelphia, PA, 18 Mar. 2008. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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What is the format for citing a map in MLA?
To cite a map in MLA format, include the title of the map in italics, the publisher, and the year of publication. For example: Map of the World. National Geographic, 2020. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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How should you format the names of multiple authors in an MLA citation?
In MLA citations with three or more authors, list the first author's name followed by 'et al.' For example: Smith, John, et al. Research Methods. Pearson, 2020. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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What is the correct way to cite an online article with no page numbers in MLA?
For an online article with no page numbers, include the author's name, the title of the article in quotation marks, the title of the website in italics, the publication date, and the URL. For example: Doe, Jane. "Understanding Online Research." Research Today, 1 Jan. 2021, www.researchtoday.com. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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How do you cite a letter in MLA format?
To cite a letter in MLA format, include the author's name, the title of the letter in quotation marks, the recipient's name, the date of the letter, and the location if relevant. For example: Smith, John. "Letter to Jane Doe." 15 Mar. 2021. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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What is the guideline for citing a collection of essays in MLA format?
When citing a collection of essays in MLA format, include the editor's name, the title of the collection in italics, the publisher, and the year of publication. For example: Johnson, Mary, editor. Essays on Modern Literature. Routledge, 2020. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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How do you format the publication date in an MLA citation?
In an MLA citation, the publication date is formatted as day month year, without commas. For example: 15 Mar. 2021. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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What is the correct way to cite a performance in MLA format?
To cite a performance in MLA format, include the title of the performance in italics, the director's name, the theater company, and the date of performance. For example: Hamlet. Directed by Jane Doe, Royal Theater, 15 Apr. 2021. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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How should you cite a blog post in MLA format?
To cite a blog post in MLA format, include the author's name, the title of the post in quotation marks, the title of the blog in italics, the publisher (if applicable), the date of publication, and the URL. For example: Smith, John. "Writing Tips for Students." Student Blog, 1 Jan. 2021, www.studentblog.com/writing-tips. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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What is the format for citing an encyclopedia entry in MLA?
To cite an encyclopedia entry in MLA format, include the author's name, the title of the entry in quotation marks, the title of the encyclopedia in italics, the publisher, the year of publication, and the page number if available. For example: Doe, Jane. "Literature." Encyclopedia of Writing, Oxford UP, 2020, pp. 150-155. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).
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How do you cite a social media post in MLA format?
To cite a social media post in MLA format, include the author's name, the content of the post in quotation marks, the platform name in italics, the date of the post, and the URL. For example: Smith, John. "Excited to share my new book!" Twitter, 1 Jan. 2021, www.twitter.com/example. (Hacker A Writer's Reference, MLA format chapter).