When writing an essay in MLA format with a works cited page,do you have to write the entire name of the book, or just the first couple of words???(Title has 6 words) Thanks
Look up citationmachine dot net and choose MLA to the left.
I hope this helps.
Stacy
This is a GREAT MLA guide.
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/557/01/
You need to have each source of information cited in TWO places:
1. the Works Cited page that is placed after the last page of your paper, and
2. in parentheses in the text of your paper, immediately after the quotation or paraphrase.
For example, this would go on the Works Cited page (with proper indentation for the second and following lines):
Du Bois, W.E.B. The Souls of Black Folk. Chicago, 1903. Project Bartleby. Ed. Steven van Leeuwen. Dec. 1995. Columbia U. 2 Dec. 2003
<www.cc.columbia.edu/acis/bartleby/dubois/>.
... and this would go immediately after the quotation or whatever:
(Du Bois)
The information in parentheses in the text needs to be as brief as possible. That's why there's a Works Cited page – for all the details of the listing.
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Here's a good place for information on citing in MLA format:
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Hold your cursor over the words CITING SOURCES in the left column and then click on whatever type of source you need help with. Many examples will show up. You will get two examples for each type of reference – one for the Works Cited page and one for the parenthetical (in-text) citation.
You can also see what a Works Cited page looks like – click on Sample Works Cited in the left column.
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If you need to cite in APA or another format, go here:
http://nutsandbolts.washcoll.edu/
In the column at the left, scroll down until you see the different topics on evidence and the different styles (MLA, APA, Chicago, etc.).
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This will help you with APA bibliographies.
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Also for APA.
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And here’s an excellent site to give you guidance on how to use quotations well in your papers, long or short: http://www.unc.edu/depts/wcweb/handouts/quotations.html
When creating a Works Cited page in MLA format, you typically include the full title of the book. However, if the title is quite long, you can choose to use a shortened version or just the first few words.
To determine whether you should include the entire title or use an abbreviated version, it's essential to consider the specific guidelines provided by your instructor or the style manual you're following. MLA (Modern Language Association) offers general formatting rules, but instructors may have additional preferences. Therefore, it's always best to follow the guidelines given to you.
If your instructor has not specified the exact format, here are a few general rules to consider:
1. Check if the title is excessively long: If the title is very lengthy, it might be more convenient to shorten it. As a general guideline, consider using the first few important words that convey the main idea.
2. Include enough information for clarity: Remember that the purpose of citing your sources is to allow readers to locate the exact same source. So, ensure that even with a shortened version, there is enough information to identify and locate the source correctly.
3. Be consistent: Whichever method you choose (full title or abbreviation), maintain consistency throughout your Works Cited page. Use the same approach for all citations to create a uniform and clear presentation.
Ultimately, it's advisable to consult your instructor or refer to the specific guidelines provided by your academic institution for a definitive answer on how to format titles in your Works Cited page.