This exercise consists
of two sections.
The first section
demonstrates how writers incorporate words and ideas from a
source. That is, it provides models of how writers paraphrase,
use a long quotation, quote only a few words, and cite an idea.
In doing so, the section demonstrates the Modern Language Association,
or MLA, style of citation. For a full discussion of commonly
used styles of citation, including how to document electronic
sources, see Fulwiler's The College Writer's Reference
or any of the style guides on reserve at Burling Library or
in the Science Library.
The second section
asks you to perform the same tasks modeled in the first section.
That is, it asks you to paraphrase, cite a long quotation, cite
words or short phrases, and cite ideas. For the purposes of
this demonstration, you may use the given source or one suggested
by your tutorial professor. Please work carefully on this exercise;
its results will demonstrate that you understand the basics
of citation, a demonstration the college requires of each student.
