Colons: How to Use Them
Like a semicolon, a colon can connect two independent clauses . . . Read More
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Ellipsis at the Beginning of a Quotation
Read these three tips for effectively quoting from sources . . . Read More
How do I format the name of a ship in MLA style?
Names of ships, as well as names of aircraft and spacecraft, are italicized in MLA style. If the name has a prefix, such as USS… Read More
MLK Day the MLA Way
Martin Luther King Day? Martin Luther King, Jr., Day? MLK Day? . . . Read More
Should sun, moon, and earth be capitalized?
When Merriam-Webster indicates that a term is “capitalized” or “usually capitalized,” the MLA capitalizes the term in its publications. When Merriam-Webster indicates that a term… Read More
Dictionary 101
Beware the spelling checker! Here's what you need to know about using a dictionary . . . Read More