MLA & Plagiarism - Jackson

1. Give four reasons why using MLA is important.
1. It creates a consistent format within a discipline.
2. Allows readers to check your sources quickly and easily.
3. It lends you credibility as an author.
4. It protects you from plagiarism.
2. What is the purpose of using a consistent format?
1. It helps the reader understand your logic and the sources it draws on.
2. It helps you keep track of your sources as you build and express your arguments.
3. According to the PowerPoint, what would be the consequence of plagiarizing?
1. Plagiarism may lead to anything from failure of the assignment to failing the course to expulsion from the school and the tarnishing of your permanent record.
4. Where can you find answers about how to properly cite in MLA format?
1. www.mla.org
2. http://owl.english.purdue.edu/
3. composition textbooks
4. local library
5. Name two purposes of a works cited page.
1. It establishes a comprehensive list of the sources you reference.
2. It provides the necessary information to allow the reader to locate and retrieve sources cited in your work.