Creating accurate MLA citations is crucial for academic integrity and giving credit to the authors whose work you've used. This worksheet focuses specifically on citing books in MLA format. By working through the exercises, you'll gain practical experience in identifying the necessary elements for a book citation and formatting them correctly. Remember, a well-formatted citation includes the author's name, book title, publication information, and more. Let's get you writing awesome citations!
Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. DOI | A. The company or organization responsible for publishing the book. |
| 2. Publisher | B. Abbreviation for the style guide developed by the Modern Language Association. |
| 3. MLA | C. A unique alphanumeric identifier for a digital object, like a journal article or ebook. |
| 4. Edition | D. A restatement of a text or passage giving the meaning in another form. |
| 5. Paraphrase | E. A specific version of a book, indicating revisions or updates from previous printings. |
Complete the following paragraph with the correct words:
In MLA format, a book citation typically begins with the _______'s name, followed by the book's _______. Next, you'll include the _______ of publication, the _______, and the _______ year. If you're using a specific _______, it’s important to cite that.
Why is it important to cite your sources correctly in academic writing?
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