Conquering the MLA Citation Beast: A New York Times Taming Guide
Ah, the MLA citation. A seemingly simple task that can morph into a research monster, leaving you muttering about colons and quotation marks at 3 AM. But fear not, intrepid writer! Here's your hilarious (and hopefully helpful) guide to tackling the New York Times with MLA in mind.
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Step 1: Assembling Your MLA Arsenal
Imagine yourself as a brave knight ready to slay the citation dragon. Your trusty steed? The New York Times website. Your weapons? Eagle eyes to scan for details and a brain like a steel trap to remember them.
Here's what you need to snag:
- Author(s): This might be a single knight or a whole roundtable discussion (by multiple authors).
- Article Title: Treat it like your noble quest's name - catchy and informative!
- Publication Date: When did this article conquer the front page?
- URL (optional, but super helpful): Your digital map to find the article again.
Bonus points for:
QuickTip: Scroll back if you lose track.
- Page Numbers: If you're referencing a physical copy, these are like secret passages in the article's castle.
Step 2: MLA Citation Magic!
Now that you've gathered your intel, it's time to craft the citation itself. Here's the secret formula, fit for a wizard's spellbook:
In-text citation (for sneaky mentions): (Author's Last Name Page Number)
- Example: A recent article suggests coffee consumption is linked to increased productivity (Wu 17).
Works Cited List (the grand finale):
- For one author: Author's Last Name, First Name. "Title of Article: Subtitle (if any)." The New York Times, Date, URL.
- For multiple authors: List authors' last names in the order they appear in the article, separated by commas and a final "and" before the last name.
- Example: Wu, Pauline. "Coffee Consumption Linked to Increased Productivity." The New York Times, 12 March 2024, https://www.nytimes.com/.
Remember:
- Put quotation marks around the article title.
- Italicize the newspaper name (The New York Times).
- Don't forget the period at the end!
Step 3: Victory Dance (Optional, But Highly Recommended)
You've done it! You've wrestled the MLA citation from the clutches of the New York Times. Now, celebrate your triumph with a victory dance (air guitar solo highly encouraged).
QuickTip: Stop to think as you go.
Important Note: This guide is intended to be lighthearted and informative. Always double-check your citations with your instructor or a reliable style guide for ultimate accuracy.
Frequently Asked MLA Citation Questions (From a New York Times Perspective)
How to cite an article with no author?
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If there's no knight in shining armor (aka named author), use the title of the article in quotation marks for both in-text citations and the Works Cited List.
QuickTip: Don’t rush through examples.
How to cite an article behind a paywall?
If you accessed the article through a library database, include the database name after the publication date in your Works Cited List entry.
How to cite an entire New York Times issue?
Tip: Summarize each section in your own words.
Unless your teacher is secretly a dragon hoarding information, you likely won't need to do this. Focus on specific articles instead.
How to avoid MLA citation meltdowns?
Take breaks, have a laugh (like at this guide!), and don't be afraid to ask for help from librarians or writing tutors.
How to make the New York Times fear you (citation-wise)?
By becoming a master of MLA citations, of course! Just don't get too cocky - MLA style can be tricky, and there's always something new to learn.
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