When do you need to include an in-text citation?

Question

a
When you include a direct quotation from a source in your paper.
b
When you paraphrase information from a source in your paper.
c
MLA does not require in-text citations, if you listed the source on the Works Cited page.
d
Both a & b

Answer 1

d. Both a & b

You need to include an in-text citation when you include a direct quotation from a source (option a) and when you paraphrase information from a source (option b). Option c is incorrect; MLA style does require in-text citations even if the source is listed on the Works Cited page.