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
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How do I cite a museum exhibition?
To cite a museum exhibition, follow the MLA format template. Include the exhibition’s name as the title of your source, followed by the opening and closing… Read More
How many containers can a works-cited-list entry have?
The primary goal of assembling a works-cited-list entry is to identify the work you are citing and the version of it you consult. Here are… Read More
Does the MLA allow the use of contractions in scholarly writing?
Yes. The MLA allows contractions in its publications. In professional scholarly writing, sometimes a formal tone is desired, but often a more conversational approach is… Read More
Do I need to create a separate works-cited-list entry for a story in a collection of stories by one author?
If a book collects works by one author, creating separate works-cited-list entries for each story, poem, or essay that you cite from the book is… Read More
How do I cite stand-alone sound recordings like MP3 or WAV files?
To cite stand-alone audio files, begin with the MLA format template: In the author-element slot, list the person or persons responsible for creating the work… Read More
Spanish Exercise 2
Graded assignment that prepares students to create an annotated bibliography in Spanish; includes an optional research component Read More
Spanish Exercise 1
Ungraded assignment that prepares students to create an annotated bibliography in Spanish; includes an optional research component Read More
If I’m citing an entire play reprinted in an anthology, does it appear in italics?
Yes. As the MLA Handbook explains, the title of an independent work (that is, a work that usually stands alone, such as a play, novel,… Read More
How do I cite the program of a theater performance?
To cite the program of a theater performance, follow the MLA format template. Begin with a description of the program as the title and include… Read More