MLA Q&A

1. Give four reasons why MLA is important.
   MLA is important because it allows readers to cross-reference sources with ease, provides a constant format, gives credibility to the writer, protects the writer from plagiarism.
2. What is the purpose of using a constant format?
   It helps to keep track of your sources as you build your arguments.
3. According to the PowerPoint, what would be the consequence of plagiarizing?
   Consequences may be falling the assignment and/or expulsion from school.
4. Where can you find answers about how to properly cite in MLA format?
   Prentice Hall Reference Guide, composition text books, the library,  www.MLA.org, and www.owl.english.purdue.edu .
5. Name to purposes of a works cited page.
   It gives credit to the source(s) and can be a reference for the reader.