In a works cited page, the following information should typically be included:
- Names of authors: Yes, the authors' names are essential for identifying the source.
- Dates of publication: Yes, the date when the work was published is important for context and relevance.
- Cities of publication: Yes, the city where the publisher is located is relevant in certain citation styles.
- Names of publishing companies: Yes, the name of the publisher is important for citation.
The following items generally should not be included in a works cited page:
- Definitions of key terms: No, definitions do not belong in a works cited page.
- Descriptions of authors: No, while it can be helpful in some contexts, descriptions of authors are typically not included in a works cited page.
So, the applicable items are names of authors, dates of publication, cities of publication, and names of publishing companies.