Mastering Source Citation (Grade 12 ELA)
A Grade 12 ELA worksheet focusing on advanced source citation practices, including direct quotes, paraphrasing, summarizing, and avoiding plagiarism.
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Mastering Source Citation
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Read each question carefully and provide your best answer. Pay close attention to the nuances of proper source citation.
1. When directly quoting a source, you must always place the borrowed text within .
2. A is a restatement of someone else's ideas in your own words, while a condenses the main points of a longer text.
3. The two most common citation styles used in academic writing are MLA and .
4. Which of the following is an example of an improperly cited direct quote in MLA style?
According to Smith, "The digital age has transformed information access" (Smith 45).
Jones argues that "online learning presents unique challenges" (23).
He stated, "Technology integration is crucial for student success" (Williams, p. 102).
The study concluded, "Critical thinking skills are essential" (Brown et al., 2018).
5. In APA style, which of the following best represents an in-text citation for a paraphrased idea from a book by a single author?
(Johnson, p. 78)
(Johnson, 2019)
(Johnson, 2019, p. 78)
Johnson (2019)
6. Explain the difference between unintentional and intentional plagiarism. Provide an example of each.
7. It is acceptable to use a direct quote without quotation marks if you provide an in-text citation.
True
False
8. Information that is considered common knowledge does not need to be cited.
True
False
Read the following passage and then paraphrase it in your own words. Afterward, provide an appropriate MLA-style in-text citation, assuming the source is from page 72 of an article titled "The Future of AI" by author Jane Doe.
Original Passage: "Artificial intelligence is rapidly advancing, with machine learning algorithms now capable of performing tasks that were once thought to be exclusively human. This technological leap presents both immense opportunities for innovation and significant ethical challenges regarding privacy and employment."
Your Paraphrase:
MLA In-text Citation: