This guide gives you some general information about the importance of citation, formatting your paper, links to sample Works Cited pages and full MLA style papers. Click the tabs at the top to see specific MLA citation examples.
Why is Citation Important? - Citing your sources in college assignments gives you credibility.
Consult these sources for proper MLA formatting:
The following formatting rules can be found in the MLA Style Center.
Click the pictures below for more examples and MLA formatting tips.
Sample "Works Cited" Page Sample Paper from the MLA Style Center
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"Citation: A Very Brief Introduction" from NCSU Libraries - published under a Creative Commons 3.0 BY-NC-SA US license.