How do I cite a book chapter or handout that my professor uploaded to a website?
To cite a book chapter that your professor uploaded to a website, begin with the MLA format template. List the author of the chapter and… Read More
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How do I cite clip art from a computer program like PowerPoint?
If you discuss clip art from PowerPoint or another software program in your paper and need to create a works-cited-list entry for it, provide a… Read More
Is it ever acceptable to mention a work but not include it in the list of works cited?
Yes. But first let’s review when documentation is needed. A works-cited-list entry is needed for any source that you quote from or paraphrase that you… Read More
How do I cite an advertisement in print and online?
To cite an advertisement in a print magazine, follow the MLA format template. Provide the title of the advertisement or a description in place of… Read More
Should I include an accession number in my works-cited-list entry?
MLA style does not currently require accession numbers in works-cited-list entries. One difficulty is that what they are called and how they function vary by database… Read More
How would I cite a last will?
To cite a last will and testament, which is an unpublished legal document, follow the MLA format template. A basic entry should include a description… Read More
How do I cite a video game?
To cite a video game, follow the MLA format template to construct your entry. Provide any relevant information about the game provided by the version… Read More
How do I cite an audiobook?
To cite an audiobook, include the book’s author and title along with the publication details for the audiobook version. If noteworthy or relevant, list the… Read More
How do I cite a personal interview that occurred on more than one day?
To cite a personal interview that occurred on more than one day, begin by following the MLA format template. In general, treat the person being… Read More
Ellipsis at the Beginning of a Quotation
Read these three tips for effectively quoting from sources . . . Read More