MLA 8 & APA
What is the general formatting of MLA?
TIMES NEW ROMAN, 12PT FONT, DOUBLED SPACE, 1-IN MARGIN THROUGHOUT, HEADER WITH LAST NAME & PAGE NUMBER, HEADING, INDENT 1ST PARAGRAPH
Literary criticisms are used to interpret a work from a _____ perspective.
Different
True or False: Every UC campus receives a different application from students.
False
What does ESL stand for?
English Second (or Subsequent) Language
When is the latest time to request a day off?
One week ahead. But contact Gerald as soon as possible regardless.
WHAT IS ON THE APA TITLE PAGE?
RUNNING HEAD, PAGE NUMBER, TITLE OF WORK, NAME, AND INSTITUTION
True or False: Smaller conflicts are found within larger conflicts, but are insignificant.
False. Smaller conflicts often add to the overall greater conflict within the story.
What is the name of the online database best known for criticisms and literary works? It is similar to an index.
GVRL. Gale Virtual Reference Library.
True or False: All ESL students generally have the same skills and strengths in regards to writing.
False. International and Immigrant students tend to have different strengths and challenges and in turn require different tutoring approaches.
Where/how long should you wait to start your session if on WC appointments?
By the check-in list at the front desk for at the most 5 minutes.
The abstract, in APA format, is intended to do what?
Provide a brief summary of the paper and its findings.
Direct/explicit characterization is ______, while Indirect/implicit is ____.
Direct/Explicit characterization is when a character is directly described by another character.
Indirect/Implicit is when the reader must utilize speech or behaviorism to INFER characteristics or traits.
True or False: Reporting facts and rankings about a university in your personal statement shows how knowledgeable and aware you are about the school and its achievements, and it is beneficial to your acceptance.
False. Reporting fact and rankings can come across as disingenuous.
It is important to be ____ with ESL students, as opposed to typical students you would deal with in the Writing Center.
Direct
True or False: Changing your availability at any time is okay.
False. This is and always will be false.
DOI's stand for what, and are found where on articles?
Digital object Identifier, and in the top right corner.
What two social theorists are used in mythological criticism?
Carl Jung and Joseph Campbell.
How many essays must Freshman students fill out?
How many essays must Transfer students fill out?
Be specific!
Freshman: 4 essays of their own choices.
Transfer: 1 mandatory and 3 of their own choice.
English is what type of language in regards to discourse patterns?
Writer responsible/ linear.
Time cards and categorical time sheets go in what inbox?
"Workforce Mailbox"
What change occurred to the Works Cited page in the newest MLA 8th edition?
URLs are optional, common terms are NOT abbreviated, page numbers are now proceeded with p. or pp., publisher names are now FULLY written out, nature of source is no longer needed at the end of print, and city of publication is no longer required for books.
What is False Consciousness in Marxist theory?
The idea that one is unable to move out of their social class and they "belong" where they are now.
True or False: .Govs are always considered irrefutably correct sources.
False. Even though government pages are considered the most credible sources, it is important to always critically analyze and cross compare every source possible.
Who will generally have a better, more formal, understanding of grammar?
Eye learners
What is the procedure for checking in if you are a read and scribe?