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A citation is a specific source that you mention in the body of your paper. The format may change depending on the style of use.

A reference is a list of the sources that are cited. The reference is listed at the end of the paper.

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Do you use works sited or cited?

The correct term is "works cited." It is a list of sources (books, articles, websites, etc.) that you directly referenced in your work or research.


Page alphabetically lists works that are directly referenced in the paper?

It is the Works Cited page.


Page that lists sources referenced directly in the paper?

workscited


Why do papers need both parenthetical citations and a 'works cited' page?

Parenthetical citations tell the readers where the information was found. They give the readers an entry into the works cited page. The works cited page includes all the referenced sources that were cited.


Are works cited and bibliography the same in academic writing?

No, works cited and bibliography are not the same in academic writing. A works cited page lists only the sources directly referenced in the paper, while a bibliography includes all sources consulted during research, whether they were cited or not.


Is a reference page the same as a works cited in academic writing?

No, a reference page and a works cited page are not the same in academic writing. A reference page typically includes all sources cited in the paper, while a works cited page specifically lists the sources referenced in the paper.


What is the difference between bibliography and works cited?

Bibliography is a comprehensive list of all sources consulted during the research process, while a works cited page lists only the sources directly referenced in the academic work. Bibliographies may include sources that were not cited, but were consulted for background information or research.


Is bibliography the same as works cited in academic writing?

No, bibliography and works cited are not the same in academic writing. A bibliography includes all sources consulted during research, while a works cited list only includes sources directly referenced in the paper.


Does a works cited page count as a page in academic writing?

No, a works cited page typically does not count as a page in academic writing. It is considered a separate section that lists the sources referenced in the paper.


What is the difference between works cited reference and bibliography?

A bibliography is a list of all sources consulted when researching. A list of works cited is a subset of the bibliography, and includes only those sources actually cited in the body of the paper.


What is the relationship between in-text citations and the Works Cited list?

The relationship between in-text citation and the work cited list is, in MLA style references are being cited in both sections. It means that both in-text and the work cited list cite references.


What is the two-part system of documentation for MLA?

The two-part system of documentation for MLA includes in-text citations and a Works Cited page. In-text citations are brief references within the text of your paper that point to the full citation on the Works Cited page. The Works Cited page lists all the sources you've referenced in your paper.