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What are the key differences between MLA and APA citation styles?
MLA focuses on humanities; APA on social sciences. Different in-text and reference formats.
How does citing sources contribute to academic integrity?
It demonstrates honesty and respect for intellectual property.
What is MLA style?
A citation style primarily used in the humanities.
What is APA style?
A citation style primarily used in the social sciences.
Define 'in-text citation'.
A brief citation within your text that refers to the source.
What is a 'Works Cited' page?
A complete list of all sources used in your essay, appearing at the end.
What is plagiarism?
Using someone else's work without proper attribution.
Define 'secondary source'.
A source that analyzes or interprets a primary source.
What does 'attribution' mean in academic writing?
Giving credit to the original source of information or ideas.
What is the purpose of a citation?
To give credit to the original author and avoid plagiarism.
What is academic integrity?
Upholding honesty and avoiding plagiarism in academic work.
Define 'paraphrasing'.
Expressing someone else's ideas in your own words; still requires citation.