Struggling with MLA in-text citations? Don't sweat it! Think of them as breadcrumbs, guiding your reader back to the original source of your awesome ideas. MLA (Modern Language Association) style uses a parenthetical citation system. This means you briefly cite the source within your text, enclosed in parentheses.
The most common format includes the author's last name and the page number: (Smith 25). If you're citing a source with no page numbers (like a website), use the author's last name only: (Smith). If the author's name is already mentioned in your sentence, just include the page number: As Smith argues, "..." (25).
Remember, accuracy is key! Double-check your citations against your Works Cited page to avoid unintentional plagiarism. Master these simple rules, and you'll be citing like a pro in no time! Consider this your mini MLA in-text citation survival guide.
