mla Flashcards
(28 cards)
What organization provides guidelines for writing and formatting academic papers in the humanities?
Modern Language Association (MLA)
MLA is especially prevalent in disciplines such as literature, philosophy, and cultural studies.
What is the primary reference for MLA style?
The MLA Handbook
The 9th edition was released in 2021.
What are the key regulations of MLA regarding document formatting?
Margins, font, and spacing
Ensures a uniform appearance across academic papers.
What is required for in-text citations in MLA style?
Credit sources within the text
Guides readers to the corresponding entry in the works-cited list.
What should the works cited list contain?
All sources referenced in the paper
Formatted according to MLA guidelines.
What are the basic formatting rules for MLA papers?
Standard 8.5” x 11” white paper, double-spaced, 12 pt. Times New Roman font
Margins must be set to 1 inch on all sides.
How should the first page of an MLA paper be formatted?
No title page unless a group project
Upper left corner includes author’s name, instructor’s name, course, and date.
What should the title of the paper be formatted like in MLA style?
Centered and in standard capitalization
Should not be underlined, italicized, or bolded.
What is the purpose of in-text citations?
To indicate the source of information
Typically includes the author’s last name and page number.
What should be done if the author’s name is mentioned in the text?
Only the page number is required in the citation
This helps to maintain the flow of writing.
How should works with no known author be cited?
Use the title in the citation
Example: (‘Impact of Global Warming’ 6).
What is the format for citing multiple works by the same author with the same title?
Include additional information in square brackets
This clarifies which work is referenced.
How should works by multiple authors be cited?
Use ‘et al.’ for three or more authors
Example: (Smith et al. 76).
What should be included in the works-cited list entries?
Author’s name, title of the work, publication information, and medium of publication
Entries should be listed alphabetically by the author’s last name.
What formatting should the works cited page title have?
‘Works Cited’ centered at the top
No additional formatting such as bold or italics.
How should long quotations in prose be formatted?
Formatted as block quotes, indented from the left margin
Should not use quotation marks.
What is the citation format for short quotations in poetry?
Integrated into the text with quotation marks
Use slashes to indicate line breaks.
How should an author’s name be formatted in a citation?
Last Name, First Name
Example: Baron, Naomi S.
How should titles of books and websites be formatted?
Italicized
Titles of articles, songs, and episodes should be in quotation marks.
What should be included for contributors who are not the primary creators?
Include their roles, such as translators or editors
Example: Translated by Lydia G. Cochrane.
What additional elements can be included in works cited entries?
Version, number, location, and access dates
Example: Include URL for online sources.
What is the definition of ethos?
Credibility or ethical appeal of the author
Establishes trust with the audience.
What does pathos appeal to?
The audience’s emotions
Aims to elicit feelings that support the argument.
What is logos in the context of arguments?
Logical appeal using reasoning and evidence
Persuades the audience.
