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THE MISSION
You’ve been locked in the Citation Station! The only way to escape is to pass through all the levels of the maze. At each level, you must answer multiple questions correctly. Escape all the rooms, and you’ll be free—with perfect MLA knowledge!
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Direct Quotes
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QUESTION 1/3
(Smith 45)
Which of the following is the correct in terms of MLA citation?
(Smith, p. 45)
QUESTION 2/3
(Gaskell, Elizabeth, 100).
Which of the following is an example of an INCORRECT MLA citation?
(Gaskell 100)
QUESTION 3/3
"The homeless were typically neglected growing up since they 'commonly come from families who are riddled with problems and marital disharmony'" (Rokach, 477).
Which of the following is cited correctly per MLA guidelines?
"The homeless were typically neglected growing up since they 'commonly come from families who are riddled with problems and marital disharmony'" (Rokach 477),
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Citing Paraphrased Content
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QUESTION 1/3
Smith argues that the use of technology has transformed the way we communicate (25).
Which of the following is correctly cited per MLA guidelines (paraphrased text)?
The use of technology has transformed the way we communicate.
"The use of technology has transformed the way we communicate" (Smith, 25).
QUESTION 2/3
Smith argues that the study found that... (25).
Which of the following is INCORRECTLY cited per MLA guidelines (paraphrased content)?
"The study found that..." (John Smith 25).
The study found that... (Smith 25).
QUESTION 3/3
John Bowlby's studies on attachment theory became a leading topic of developmental research (Hunt 65).
Choose the answer that is correctly citred per MLA guidelines (paraphrased text).
John Bowlby's studies on attachment theory became a leading topic of developmental research (Hunt, 65).
John Bowlby's studies on attachment theory became a leading topic of developmental research (Elizabeth Hunt 65).
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Citations with a partial quote
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QUESTION 1/3
"The quick brown fox . . . the lazy dog" (Smith, 23).
Choose the answer that is correct per MLA guidelines (partial quotes).
"The quick brown fox . . . the lazy dog" (Smith 23).
"The quick brown fox...the lazy dog" (John Smith, 23).
QUESTION 2/3
"The author said, 'I love this book' (Smith 12)."
Choose the INCORRECT answer (MLA citations of partial quotes).
"The author stated, 'This is a great idea . . .,' but I disagree".
"The author stated, 'This is a great idea,' but I disagree."
QUESTION 3/3
George says Lennie is “as dumb as a kid” (John Steinbeck 4).
Choose the correct answer (MLA guidelines for partial quotes).
George says Lennie is “as dumb as a kid” (Steinbeck 4).
George says Lennie is “as dumb as a kid.” (Steinbeck, page 4)
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Works Cited/References
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QUESTION 1/3
Lee, H. To Kill a Mockingbird, Harper Perennial Modern Classics, 2006.
Lee, Harper. To Kill a Mockingbird. Harper Perennial Modern Classics 2006
Choose the correct answer (MLA guidelines for Works Cited).
Harper Lee. To Kill a Mockingbird. Harper Perennial, 2006.
Lee, Harper. To Kill a Mockingbird. Harper Perennial Modern Classics, 2006.
https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/d-day. Accessed March 3, 2024.
QUESTION 2/3
History.com Editors. “D-Day.” History, A&E Television Networks, 29 Oct. 2009, https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/d-day. Accessed 3 Mar. 2024.
Choose the INCORRECT answer (MLA guidelines for Works Cited).
“D-Day.” History, A&E Television Networks, 29 Oct. 2009, https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/d-day.
Parker, Laura. “Climate Change Is Altering the Color of the Oceans.” National Geographic, 4 Feb. 2024, https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/climate-change-is-changing-ocean-color.
“What is Myth?” YouTube, CrashCourse, July 13, 2017. www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSmZ_N4TbGY
QUESTION 3/3
CrashCourse. “What Is Myth? Crash Course World Mythology #1.” YouTube, 13 July 2017, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSmZ_N4TbGY.
Choose the correct answer (MLA guidelines for Works Cited).
CrashCourse. What is Myth. Youtube video. 2017.
CrashCourse. “What Is Myth?” YouTube.com. July 13 2017. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSmZ_N4TbGY
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Application
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According to “Artificial Intelligence in Learning Environments” by Susan Thompson and Kyle Reed, AI will “undoubtedly reshape curriculum and pedagogy,” but the human element of teaching must remain at the center (p. 112).
QUESTION 1/3
Read the paragraph. Determine which source is cited incorrectly.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in schools is rapidly transforming how students learn and how educators teach. AI-powered platforms can personalize instruction, automate grading, and even assist with lesson planning, giving teachers more time to focus on student interaction (Brown). An article from EdTech Magazine highlights how schools are using AI to identify students at risk of falling behind, allowing for early interventions that can make a significant difference in academic outcomes (Nguyen). Additionally, a YouTube video by EdSurge explores real classroom examples of AI tools in action, demonstrating how they help students with learning differences stay engaged and organized (“How AI Is Changing Classrooms”). While these benefits are promising, it’s important to approach AI integration thoughtfully. According to “Artificial Intelligence in Learning Environments” by Susan Thompson and Kyle Reed, AI will “undoubtedly reshape curriculum and pedagogy,” but the human element of teaching must remain at the center (p. 112).
An article from EdTech Magazine highlights how schools are using AI to identify students at risk of falling behind, allowing for early interventions that can make a significant difference in academic outcomes (Nguyen).
Additionally, a YouTube video by EdSurge explores real classroom examples of AI tools in action, demonstrating how they help students with learning differences stay engaged and organized (“How AI Is Changing Classrooms”).
AI-powered platforms can personalize instruction, automate grading, and even assist with lesson planning, giving teachers more time to focus on student interaction (Brown).
"The impact of social media on communication dynamics is significant," according to a recent study by Johnson (2021, 45).
QUESTION 2/3
Read the paragraph. Determine which source is cited correctly.
"The impact of social media on communication dynamics is significant," according to a recent study by Johnson (2021, 45). "However, we must also consider the effects of technology on mental health," (Smith). Further, a study by Brown (2022, 12-15) examined the rise of social media-related anxiety. "Finally, it's crucial to understand the broader societal implications of our digital lives," concludes a report by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) (2023).
"However, we must also consider the effects of technology on mental health," (Smith).
Further, a study by Brown (2022, 12-15) examined the rise of social media-related anxiety
"Finally, it's crucial to understand the broader societal implications of our digital lives," concludes a report by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) (2023).
QUESTION 3/3
The novel's dystopian setting is not only a fictional world but also a reflection of historical events (Atwood 146).
Read the paragraph. Determine which source is cited incorrectly.
Online archives such as the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum provide firsthand accounts and photographs that highlight the human cost of the war and the horrors of the Holocaust (“World War II”).
In her novel, "The Handmaid's Tale", Margaret Atwood explores the dangers of authoritarian regimes. She clearly depicts the consequences of such systems (Atwood 145). The novel's dystopian setting is not only a fictional world but also a reflection of historical events (Atwood 146). Atwood also uses symbolism, like the red robes of the Handmaids, to convey deeper meanings (Atwood 151). Additionally, the narrative structure, characterized by its nonlinear progression, contributes to the overall sense of unease (Atwood, 153). The author makes effective use of various literary devices to portray the oppressive nature of Gilead.
In her novel, "The Handmaid's Tale", Margaret Atwood explores the dangers of authoritarian regimes.
Atwood also uses symbolism, like the red robes of the Handmaids, to convey deeper meanings (151).
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MLA Style ESCAPE GAME
If you can write, you will be able to find the right answerS!
start
THE MISSION
You’ve been locked in the Citation Station! The only way to escape is to pass through all the levels of the maze. At each level, you must answer multiple questions correctly. Escape all the rooms, and you’ll be free—with perfect MLA knowledge!
THE base
Direct Quotes
Find the clue you need to keep moving forward
QUESTION 1/3
(Smith 45)
Which of the following is the correct in terms of MLA citation?
(Smith, p. 45)
QUESTION 2/3
(Gaskell, Elizabeth, 100).
Which of the following is an example of an INCORRECT MLA citation?
(Gaskell 100)
QUESTION 3/3
"The homeless were typically neglected growing up since they 'commonly come from families who are riddled with problems and marital disharmony'" (Rokach, 477).
Which of the following is cited correctly per MLA guidelines?
"The homeless were typically neglected growing up since they 'commonly come from families who are riddled with problems and marital disharmony'" (Rokach 477),
THE base
Citing Paraphrased Content
Find the clue you need to keep moving forward
QUESTION 1/3
Smith argues that the use of technology has transformed the way we communicate (25).
Which of the following is correctly cited per MLA guidelines (paraphrased text)?
The use of technology has transformed the way we communicate.
"The use of technology has transformed the way we communicate" (Smith, 25).
QUESTION 2/3
Smith argues that the study found that... (25).
Which of the following is INCORRECTLY cited per MLA guidelines (paraphrased content)?
"The study found that..." (John Smith 25).
The study found that... (Smith 25).
QUESTION 3/3
John Bowlby's studies on attachment theory became a leading topic of developmental research (Hunt 65).
Choose the answer that is correctly citred per MLA guidelines (paraphrased text).
John Bowlby's studies on attachment theory became a leading topic of developmental research (Hunt, 65).
John Bowlby's studies on attachment theory became a leading topic of developmental research (Elizabeth Hunt 65).
the base
Citations with a partial quote
Find the clue you need to keep moving forward
QUESTION 1/3
"The quick brown fox . . . the lazy dog" (Smith, 23).
Choose the answer that is correct per MLA guidelines (partial quotes).
"The quick brown fox . . . the lazy dog" (Smith 23).
"The quick brown fox...the lazy dog" (John Smith, 23).
QUESTION 2/3
"The author said, 'I love this book' (Smith 12)."
Choose the INCORRECT answer (MLA citations of partial quotes).
"The author stated, 'This is a great idea . . .,' but I disagree".
"The author stated, 'This is a great idea,' but I disagree."
QUESTION 3/3
George says Lennie is “as dumb as a kid” (John Steinbeck 4).
Choose the correct answer (MLA guidelines for partial quotes).
George says Lennie is “as dumb as a kid” (Steinbeck 4).
George says Lennie is “as dumb as a kid.” (Steinbeck, page 4)
the base
Works Cited/References
Find the clue you need to keep moving forward
QUESTION 1/3
Lee, H. To Kill a Mockingbird, Harper Perennial Modern Classics, 2006.
Lee, Harper. To Kill a Mockingbird. Harper Perennial Modern Classics 2006
Choose the correct answer (MLA guidelines for Works Cited).
Harper Lee. To Kill a Mockingbird. Harper Perennial, 2006.
Lee, Harper. To Kill a Mockingbird. Harper Perennial Modern Classics, 2006.
https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/d-day. Accessed March 3, 2024.
QUESTION 2/3
History.com Editors. “D-Day.” History, A&E Television Networks, 29 Oct. 2009, https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/d-day. Accessed 3 Mar. 2024.
Choose the INCORRECT answer (MLA guidelines for Works Cited).
“D-Day.” History, A&E Television Networks, 29 Oct. 2009, https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/d-day.
Parker, Laura. “Climate Change Is Altering the Color of the Oceans.” National Geographic, 4 Feb. 2024, https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/climate-change-is-changing-ocean-color.
“What is Myth?” YouTube, CrashCourse, July 13, 2017. www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSmZ_N4TbGY
QUESTION 3/3
CrashCourse. “What Is Myth? Crash Course World Mythology #1.” YouTube, 13 July 2017, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSmZ_N4TbGY.
Choose the correct answer (MLA guidelines for Works Cited).
CrashCourse. What is Myth. Youtube video. 2017.
CrashCourse. “What Is Myth?” YouTube.com. July 13 2017. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bSmZ_N4TbGY
the base
Application
Find the clue you need to keep moving forward
According to “Artificial Intelligence in Learning Environments” by Susan Thompson and Kyle Reed, AI will “undoubtedly reshape curriculum and pedagogy,” but the human element of teaching must remain at the center (p. 112).
QUESTION 1/3
Read the paragraph. Determine which source is cited incorrectly.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in schools is rapidly transforming how students learn and how educators teach. AI-powered platforms can personalize instruction, automate grading, and even assist with lesson planning, giving teachers more time to focus on student interaction (Brown). An article from EdTech Magazine highlights how schools are using AI to identify students at risk of falling behind, allowing for early interventions that can make a significant difference in academic outcomes (Nguyen). Additionally, a YouTube video by EdSurge explores real classroom examples of AI tools in action, demonstrating how they help students with learning differences stay engaged and organized (“How AI Is Changing Classrooms”). While these benefits are promising, it’s important to approach AI integration thoughtfully. According to “Artificial Intelligence in Learning Environments” by Susan Thompson and Kyle Reed, AI will “undoubtedly reshape curriculum and pedagogy,” but the human element of teaching must remain at the center (p. 112).
An article from EdTech Magazine highlights how schools are using AI to identify students at risk of falling behind, allowing for early interventions that can make a significant difference in academic outcomes (Nguyen).
Additionally, a YouTube video by EdSurge explores real classroom examples of AI tools in action, demonstrating how they help students with learning differences stay engaged and organized (“How AI Is Changing Classrooms”).
AI-powered platforms can personalize instruction, automate grading, and even assist with lesson planning, giving teachers more time to focus on student interaction (Brown).
"The impact of social media on communication dynamics is significant," according to a recent study by Johnson (2021, 45).
QUESTION 2/3
Read the paragraph. Determine which source is cited correctly.
"The impact of social media on communication dynamics is significant," according to a recent study by Johnson (2021, 45). "However, we must also consider the effects of technology on mental health," (Smith). Further, a study by Brown (2022, 12-15) examined the rise of social media-related anxiety. "Finally, it's crucial to understand the broader societal implications of our digital lives," concludes a report by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) (2023).
"However, we must also consider the effects of technology on mental health," (Smith).
Further, a study by Brown (2022, 12-15) examined the rise of social media-related anxiety
"Finally, it's crucial to understand the broader societal implications of our digital lives," concludes a report by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) (2023).
QUESTION 3/3
The novel's dystopian setting is not only a fictional world but also a reflection of historical events (Atwood 146).
Read the paragraph. Determine which source is cited incorrectly.
Online archives such as the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum provide firsthand accounts and photographs that highlight the human cost of the war and the horrors of the Holocaust (“World War II”).
In her novel, "The Handmaid's Tale", Margaret Atwood explores the dangers of authoritarian regimes. She clearly depicts the consequences of such systems (Atwood 145). The novel's dystopian setting is not only a fictional world but also a reflection of historical events (Atwood 146). Atwood also uses symbolism, like the red robes of the Handmaids, to convey deeper meanings (Atwood 151). Additionally, the narrative structure, characterized by its nonlinear progression, contributes to the overall sense of unease (Atwood, 153). The author makes effective use of various literary devices to portray the oppressive nature of Gilead.
In her novel, "The Handmaid's Tale", Margaret Atwood explores the dangers of authoritarian regimes.
Atwood also uses symbolism, like the red robes of the Handmaids, to convey deeper meanings (151).
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