MLA Flashcards
(25 cards)
What does MLA stand for?
Modern Language Association
True or False: The MLA format is primarily used in humanities disciplines.
True
What is the standard font size recommended for MLA format?
12-point font
Fill in the blank: In MLA format, the margins should be set to ___ inches.
1 inch
What is the recommended line spacing in MLA format?
Double spacing
How should titles of books be formatted in MLA citations?
Italicized
What information is typically included in an MLA Works Cited entry?
Author, title of the work, publication information, and date of publication
True or False: The first line of each paragraph in MLA format should be indented.
True
What is the correct way to cite a book in MLA format?
Last Name, First Name. Title of Book. Publisher, Year.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a requirement for an MLA header?
A) Your name
B) Instructor’s name
C) Date of submission
D) Page number
D) Page number
What is the purpose of a Works Cited page?
To list all the sources referenced in the work
Fill in the blank: The MLA format requires a ___ page for a research paper.
Works Cited
What is the correct way to cite a website in MLA format?
Author Last Name, First Name. ‘Title of Web Page.’ Website Name, Publisher, Date of Publication, URL.
True or False: In MLA format, you should include the URL in the Works Cited entry for online sources.
True
How are in-text citations formatted in MLA style?
Author’s last name and page number in parentheses
What should be included in the first line of an MLA formatted paper?
Your name, instructor’s name, course, and date
Multiple Choice: What is the correct order of information for citing a journal article in MLA format?
A) Article Title, Journal Name, Volume, Year, Pages
B) Author Name, Article Title, Journal Name, Volume, Year, Pages
C) Author Name, Journal Name, Article Title, Year, Pages
B) Author Name, Article Title, Journal Name, Volume, Year, Pages
Fill in the blank: In MLA format, the title of the paper should be centered and ___.
Not italicized or bolded
What is a common mistake to avoid in MLA format?
Using single spacing instead of double spacing
True or False: You should use footnotes for citations in MLA style.
False
What does it mean to ‘cite’ a source?
To provide a reference to the source of information or ideas used in your work
What is the format for citing a film in MLA style?
Title of Film. Directed by Director’s Name, Production Company, Year.
How should you format a block quote in MLA style?
Start on a new line, indent one inch from the left margin, and do not use quotation marks.
What is the purpose of parenthetical citations in MLA format?
To give credit to the sources of information used in the text
