MLA Format
What font and spacing are required in MLA format?
Times New Roman, size 12, double-spaced
Where is the thesis usually located?
At the end of the introduction
What is a dropped quote?
A quote inserted without context or introduction
What is an annotated bibliography?
A list of sources with summaries and evaluations
Which of the following is NOT an MLA requirement?
a. 1-inch margins
b. Page numbers with last name
c. Double spacing
d. Bolded title
d. Bolded title
Where does the page number go in MLA format?
Top right with the student’s last name
What is the purpose of a topic sentence?
To state the main idea of the paragraph
What punctuation is commonly used to introduce a quote?
A comma or colon
What should an annotation include?
Summary and evaluation
What should every quote include?
An in-text citation
How should an MLA title be formatted?
Centered and in the same font/size as the rest of the paper
What are the three key parts of a strong body paragraph?
Topic sentence, evidence, and commentary
What should follow a quote in a strong paragraph?
Commentary
How is each annotated bibliography entry formatted?
MLA citation followed by annotation
What makes a thesis strong?
It clearly states a claim and gives specific reasons/support
Which is the correct MLA heading order?
Name
Teacher
Class
Date
What is the purpose of commentary?
To explain how the evidence supports the argument
What is missing in this sentence?
Students need life skills. “They are not prepared for adulthood.”
Quote integration
Why is evaluating a source important in an annotated bibliography?
It explains whether the source is credible, useful, and relevant to the research topic.
What are two things an annotation should do?
Summarize and evaluate the source
What is wrong with this heading?
James Smith
ELA II Period 3
Mr. Jones
28 April 2026
The order of the heading is incorrect
A student writes a paragraph with a topic sentence and evidence, but the paragraph still feels weak. What is MOST likely missing?
Commentary explaining how the evidence supports the argument
Why is quote integration important in academic writing?
It helps quotes flow naturally into the writing and shows how the evidence connects to the writer’s ideas.
What is missing from this annotation?
“This article explains how students struggle with budgeting and saving money after high school.”
Evaluation
Why is commentary important in an essay?
It connects evidence back to the writer’s argument and explains its significance