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What information should be included in a works cited page? Check all that apply.names of publishing companiesnames of authorsdefinitions of key termsdates of publicationcities of publicationdescriptions of authors

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names of publishing companies
B
names of authors
C
definitions of key terms
D
dates of publication
E
cities of publication
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descriptions of authors
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Why should a writer include a works cited page in a research paper? Check all that apply.

A
to organize source material
B
to summarize ideas
C
to avoid plagiarism
D
to direct readers to original sources of information
E
to criticize opposing viewpoints on researched topic
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Read the rough draft of a works cited page.Works CitedGregor, Saul. Harnessing the Wind. Chicago: Skyline Publishing, 1998.Cayman, Felicia. The Windmill Way. Topeka: Heart of America Press, 2010.Tudor, Tanya. Off-Shore Sources. Portsmouth: Sunshine House, 2008.Diaz, Carlos. Alternate Energy. New York: Academic Press, 2003.

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Gregor, Saul. Harnessing the Wind. Chicago: Skyline Publishing, 1998
B
Cayman, Felicia. The Windmill Way. Topeka: Heart of America Press, 2010.
C
Tudor, Tanya. Off-Shore Sources. Portsmouth: Sunshine House, 2008.
D
Diaz, Carlos. Alternate Energy. New York: Academic Press, 2003.
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Which website citations are formatted correctly? Select three options.

A
Singh, Ajay: Grow a Greener Garden. 10 June 2009. Urban Harvesters. 15 June 2013.
B
Greene, Tom. Home Composting. Hanover Growers Guild, 15 March 2010. Web. 22 April 2011.
C
Schultz, Renee. Monitoring Seed Germination. Chesterfield County Agricultural Extension: 27 February 2010. Web.
D
Lee, Kim. Stake Your Tomatoes. Future Farmers of America, n.d. Web. 24 June 2012.
E
Lawson, Jennifer. Put Down the Pesticides. Organic Advocates, 31 May 2013. Web. 3 January 2014.
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A student noted the following information that will be included in a works cited page for a book.Author: Connie LingBook: Sea TurtlesLocation: School libraryPublisher: Relief HouseCity of Publication: Miami

A
the year of publication
B
the author’s political party
C
the book’s circulation numbers
D
the number of pages in the book
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Review the MLA citation.Sanchez, Maria. Suggestions for Accident Prevention. U.S. Department of Transportation, 12 July 2005, Web.

A
There are punctuation errors.
B
There are capitalization errors.
C
The date accessed has been omitted.
D
The medium type has been omitted.
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Read the rough draft of a works cited page.Works CitedGregor, Saul. Harnessing the Wind. Chicago: Skyline Publishing, 1998.Cayman, Felicia. The Windmill Way. Topeka: Heart of America Press, 2010.Tudor, Tanya. Off-Shore Sources. Portsmouth: Sunshine House, 2008.Diaz, Carlos. Alternate Energy. New York: Academic Press, 2003.

A
Book titles should be followed by commas.
B
Dates of publication should be introduced by colons.
C
Book titles should be italicized.
D
Dates of publication should include days and months.
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Read the passage from a student research paper.Research PaperThe Johnstone family of Cheyenne, Wyoming has created a "family economy” in which members barter their services and homemade goods. The teenager’s babysitting services are as valuable as dad’s breakfast crepes. Even the youngest member has found ways to contribute by bathing the dog and tidying rooms (Ramirez 109).Works CitedDunn, Clara. Sibling Rivalry. Toronto: Modern Press, 1999. Print.Ramirez, Ana. Examining the Family Dynamic. New York: Prestige Publishers, 2011. Print.Thornton, Davis. Teaching Children Independence. Boston: Society Press, 2002. Print.Vera, Nikko. Benefits of Household Chores. Providence: Union House, 2007. Print.

A
Sibling Rivalry.
B
Examining the Family Dynamic.
C
Teaching Children Independence.
D
Benefits of Household Chores.
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Which citation is correctly formatted using MLA guidelines for a magazine article?

A
Ryan O’Neil: “Strategies for Young Investors,” Finance Weekly: August 1, 2009: 33-35. Print.
B
Ryan O’Neil. “Strategies for Young Investors.” Finance Weekly 1 August 2009: 33-35.
C
O’Neil, Ryan. “Strategies for Young Investors.” Finance Weekly 1 August 2009: 33-35. Print.
D
O’Neil, Ryan: “Strategies for Young Investors.” Finance Weekly August 1, 2009: 33-35.
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Which citation correctly reflects MLA guidelines for a website without an author?

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N.A. The Land Down Under. Australia Department of Tourism, 1 February 2013. Net. 14 June 2013.
B
N.A. The Land Down Under. Australia Department of Tourism, 1 February 2013. Web. 14 June 2013.
C
The Land Down Under. Australia Department of Tourism, 1 February 2013. Net. 14 June 2013.
D
The Land Down Under. Australia Department of Tourism, 1 February 2013. Web. 14 June 2013.
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Read the passage from a research paper on improving sibling relationships.Strengthening Sibling RelationshipsParents can nurture sibling closeness by encouraging cooperation. When brothers and sisters work together to complete a chore, mutual appreciation is gained from the effort. Each one benefits from the other’s strengths (Vera 227).Works CitedDunn, Clara. Sibling Rivalry. Toronto: Modern Press, 1999. Print.Ramirez, Ana. Examining the Family Dynamic. New York: Prestige Publishers, 2011. Print.Thornton, Davis. Brothers, Sisters, Friends. Boston: Society Press, 2002. Print.Vera, Nikko. Sibling Relationships. Providence: Union House, 2007. Print.

A
Sibling Rivalry
B
Examining the Family Dynamic
C
Brothers, Sisters, Friends
D
Sibling Relationships
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Read the rough draft of a works cited page.Works CitedGregor, Saul. Harnessing the Wind. Chicago: Skyline Publishing, 1998.Cayman, Felicia. The Windmill Way. Topeka: Heart of America Press, 2010.Tudor, Tanya. Off-Shore Sources. Portsmouth: Sunshine House, 2008.Diaz, Carlos. Alternate Energy. New York: Academic Press, 2003.

A
a word describing the medium
B
a description of the book’s circulation
C
the month and day the book was read
D
the number of pages in the book
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Review the information for a newspaper article that a student intends to include on a works cited page.Newspaper: Hartford Times-DispatchSection: MetroTitle of Article: Snow Removal WoesPages: B12Author: Leigh BarrettDate of Publication: January 12, 2012

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Barrett, Leigh. Snow Removal Woes. “Hartford Times-Dispatch” 12 January 2012: B12. Print.
B
Barrett, Leigh. Snow Removal Woes. Hartford Times-Dispatch, Metro Section 12 January 2012: B12.
C
Barrett, Leigh. “Snow Removal Woes.” Hartford Times-Dispatch 12 January 2012: B12. Print.
D
Barrett, Leigh. “Snow Removal Woes.” Hartford Times-Dispatch, Metro Section 12 January 2012: B12.
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Review the MLA citation.Ross, Ann, Treasures of the Gulf Coast Savannah: Regal House, 2004, Print

A
The publisher’s name is missing.
B
There are punctuation errors.
C
There are capitalization errors.
D
The medium type is missing.
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A student has the following information that will be included in a works cited page for a website.Author: Dori UlmanName of Website: Healthy ChoicesOrganization: U.S. Department of AgricultureDate of Web Publication: May 25, 2009

A
the page numbers
B
the web address
C
the access date
D
the city of publication
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A student noted the following information that will be included in a works cited page for a book.Author: Connie LingBook: Sea TurtlesLocation: School libraryPublisher: Relief HouseCity of Publication: Miami

A
the year of publication
B
the author’s political party
C
the book’s circulation numbers
D
the number of pages in the book

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