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How are sources listed in a work cited page

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In a Works Cited page, sources are listed according to specific citation styles, with the most common being MLA (Modern Language Association) format. Below are general guidelines for creating a Works Cited page in MLA format, along with examples for various types of sources.

General Guidelines:

  1. Title the page: Center the title "Works Cited" at the top of the page.
  2. Alphabetical order: List entries alphabetically by the author's last name. If there is no author, use the title of the work.
  3. Hanging indent: Each entry should have a hanging indent, meaning the first line is flush left, and subsequent lines are indented by half an inch.
  4. Double-spacing: The entire Works Cited page should be double-spaced.

Examples of Common Sources:

  1. Book:

    • Last Name, First Name. Title of Book. Publisher, Year of Publication.
    • Example:
      • Smith, John. Understanding MLA Style. Penguin Books, 2020.

  2. Article in a Journal:

    • Last Name, First Name. "Title of Article." Title of Journal, vol. number, no. number, Year, pages.
    • Example:
      • Doe, Jane. "The Impact of Climate Change on Biodiversity." Environmental Studies Journal, vol. 15, no. 3, 2021, pp. 45-67.

  3. Website:

    • Last Name, First Name. "Title of Webpage." Website Name, Publisher (if different from the website name), Date of Publication, URL.
    • Example:
      • Johnson, Emily. "The Benefits of Urban Green Spaces." City Life, City Publications, 12 Mar. 2022, www.citylife.com/urban-green-spaces.

  4. Film:

    • Title of Film. Directed by Director's Name, Production Company, Year of Release.
    • Example:
      • Inception. Directed by Christopher Nolan, Warner Bros., 2010.

  5. Edited Book:

    • Last Name, First Name, editor. Title of Book. Publisher, Year of Publication.
    • Example:
      • Brown, Lisa, editor. Modern Art Movements. Art Press, 2019.

  6. Chapter in an Edited Book:

    • Last Name, First Name. "Title of Chapter." Title of Book, edited by Editor's Name, Publisher, Year of Publication, pages.
    • Example:
      • Davis, Mark. "Postmodern Architecture." Modern Design Perspectives, edited by Sarah White, Design Press, 2021, pp. 23-47.

Final Tips:

  • Always check for specific requirements given by your instructor or institution, as there can be variations.
  • For additional resources, consider referring to the MLA Handbook or online citation guides for the most comprehensive and up-to-date information.