The purpose of this guide is to provide examples of reference list and in-text citation entries. These examples are based on the MLA Handbook (9th ed.) by the Modern Language Association.
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Works Cited
Modern Language Association of America. "Formatting Your Research Project." MLA Handbook, 9th ed., 2021. MLA Handbook Plus, mlahandbookplus.org/books/book/5/chapter/56247/Introduction-to-Formatting-Your-Research-Project
Modern Language Association of America. MLA Handbook. 9th ed., 2021.