You must use citations when:
When in doubt, cite it!
When writing this paper, you will be using the MLA format. MLA uses parenthetical references (instead of footnotes). If you have any questions, please see a librarian at the Welcome desk for assistance with using the MLA Handbook..
Some students can find citations difficult and/or confusing. To help with this problem, the library now subscribes to NoodleTools.
NoodleTools is a bibliographic citation and notes management tool. It supports you in creating citations for various source types in the appropriate style, and also helps you keep those citations associated with the notes that you take on the sources you use. It is simple to use and will save you time.