APA Exercise Quiz
Please test your understanding of some basic APA Style rules by completing this exercise with this APA style quiz. The main motive of this exercise is to assist students in knowing how to format a reference list in APA style. This exercise can be considered an in-class exercise or even an assessment. So, here are some questions on the APA exercise for you. We hope you answer them all correctly and get the best marks.
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Where does the running head appear in an essay?
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In the bottom left footer
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In the top left header
- C.
In the bottom right footer
- D.
In the top right header
Correct Answer
B. In the top left headerExplanation
The running head appears in the top left header of an essay. This is a short title that is displayed at the top of each page and helps to identify the document and provide context for the reader. Placing it in the top left header ensures that it is easily visible and accessible throughout the essay.Rate this question:
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Where do page numbers appear in an essay?
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In the bottom left footer
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In the bottom right footer
- C.
In the top left header
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In the top right header
Correct Answer
D. In the top right headerExplanation
In an essay, page numbers typically appear in the top right header. This placement allows for easy reference and organization of the essay's pages. It is a common practice to include page numbers in the header section as it helps readers locate specific pages quickly. Placing the page numbers in the top right header also ensures that they are visible and easily accessible throughout the essay.Rate this question:
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Academic title pages usually do not display a page number.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Academic title pages typically do not include page numbers because they are considered separate from the main body of the document. The title page is usually the first page of a document and is used to provide important information such as the title, author's name, institution, and date. Since it is not part of the actual content, it is not necessary to include a page number on the title page.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct formatting for a level 1 section heading:
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Flush left, boldface, lowercase text
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Centered, boldface, uppercase, and lowercase text
- C.
Centered, uppercase, and lowercase text
- D.
Flush left, uppercase, and lowercase text
Correct Answer
B. Centered, boldface, uppercase, and lowercase textExplanation
The correct formatting for a level 1 section heading is centered, boldface, uppercase, and lowercase text. This format helps to distinguish the section heading from the rest of the content and makes it visually prominent. Centering the text gives it a balanced appearance, while using boldface emphasizes its importance. Writing the heading in both uppercase and lowercase letters helps to improve readability and make it easier to scan through the document.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct in-text citation format for a direct quotation:
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(Johnson, 2013)
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(2013, p. 4)
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(p. 4, Johnson, 2013)
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(Johnson, 2013, p. 4)
Correct Answer
D. (Johnson, 2013, p. 4)Explanation
The correct in-text citation format for a direct quotation is (Johnson, 2013, p. 4). This format includes the author's last name (Johnson), the year of publication (2013), and the page number (p. 4) where the quotation can be found. This format follows the guidelines of most citation styles, such as APA or MLA, which require the inclusion of the author's name, publication year, and page number for direct quotations.Rate this question:
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In-text citations to paraphrased text must provide page/paragraph numbers.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The answer is False because the question does not provide any context or information to determine whether the statement is true or false. Without any supporting evidence or background, it is impossible to determine the accuracy of the statement. Therefore, the answer is False.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct format for citing personal communication:
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(J. Johnson, email, September 3, 2013)
- B.
(J. Johnson, personal communication, September 3, 2013)
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(Johnson, personal communication, September 3, 2013)
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None of these
Correct Answer
B. (J. Johnson, personal communication, September 3, 2013)Explanation
The correct format for citing personal communication is (J. Johnson, personal communication, September 3, 2013). This format includes the name of the person who provided the communication, followed by the phrase "personal communication" to indicate the type of communication, and then the date of the communication.Rate this question:
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A digital object identifier (DOI) is:
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A unique number used by booksellers to identify books
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An alpha-numeric identifier, typically assigned to electronic resources
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A number used by the Library of Congress to catalog resources
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None of these
Correct Answer
B. An alpha-numeric identifier, typically assigned to electronic resourcesExplanation
A digital object identifier (DOI) is an alpha-numeric identifier that is typically assigned to electronic resources. It serves as a unique identifier for digital content such as articles, books, and other scholarly materials. DOIs are commonly used in academic publishing to provide a persistent link to the content, ensuring that it can be easily accessed and cited even if the web address changes over time. This helps to maintain the integrity and reliability of digital resources and facilitates accurate referencing in research and scholarly communication.Rate this question:
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"Adapting Historical Citations to APA Style" is a journal article by Donald Godfrey that was published in 2005 in the Journal of Broadcasting & Electronic Media. The journal's volume number is 49, the issue number is 4, and the page range in the journal where the article can be found in pages 544-547. The DOI for the article is 01.1207/s15506878jobem4904_15. Please choose the correct reference for this resource:
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Godfrey, D. (2005). Adapting Historical Citations to APA Style. Journal of broadcasting & electronic media, 49(4), 544-547. DOI: 01.1207/s15506878jobem4904_15.
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Godfrey, D. (2005). Adapting historical citations to APA Style. Journal of Broadcasting & Electronic Media, 49(4), 544-547. doi: 01.1207/s15506878jobem4904_15
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Godfrey, D. (2005). Adapting historical citations to APA Style. Journal of broadcasting & electronic media, 49(4), 544-547. DOI: 01.1207/s15506878jobem4904_15.
- D.
None of these
Correct Answer
B. Godfrey, D. (2005). Adapting historical citations to APA Style. Journal of Broadcasting & Electronic Media, 49(4), 544-547. doi: 01.1207/s15506878jobem4904_15Explanation
The correct answer is "Godfrey, D. (2005). Adapting historical citations to APA Style. Journal of Broadcasting & Electronic Media, 49(4), 544-547. doi: 01.1207/s15506878jobem4904_15." This is the correct reference because it follows the APA style guidelines for citing a journal article. It includes the author's name, the year of publication, the title of the article, the title of the journal, the volume and issue numbers, and the page range. It also includes the DOI (Digital Object Identifier) for the article, which is a unique identifier that allows readers to easily locate the article online.Rate this question:
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"Leadership giftedness: Is it innate or can it be developed?" is a chapter written by Karen Rogers. The chapter was published in 2009 in International Handbook on Giftedness, which is an edited book. The chapter appeared on pages 633-645, the editor of the book was Larisa Shavinina, and the DOI for the chapter is 10.1007/978-1-4020-6162-2_31. The book's publisher was Springer, Netherlands, and the publisher's location was Houten, Netherlands. Please choose the correct reference for this resource:
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Rogers, K. (2009). Leadership giftedness: Is it innate, or can it be developed? In L. Shavinina (Ed.), International Handbook on Giftedness (pp. 633-645). Houten, Netherlands: Springer Netherlands. DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4020-6162-2_31
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Rogers, K. (2009). "Leadership giftedness: Is it innate or can it be developed?". In Shavinina, L. (Ed.), International Handbook on Giftedness (pp. 633-645). Houten, NL: Springer Netherlands.
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Rogers, Karen. (2009). Leadership Giftedness: Is It Innate or Can It Be Developed? In L. Shavinina (Editor), International handbook on giftedness (pp. 633-645). Houten, Netherlands: Springer Netherlands. DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4020-6162-2_31
- D.
None of these
Correct Answer
A. Rogers, K. (2009). Leadership giftedness: Is it innate, or can it be developed? In L. Shavinina (Ed.), International Handbook on Giftedness (pp. 633-645). Houten, Netherlands: Springer Netherlands. DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4020-6162-2_31Explanation
The correct answer is Rogers, K. (2009). Leadership giftedness: Is it innate, or can it be developed? In L. Shavinina (Ed.), International Handbook on Giftedness (pp. 633-645). Houten, Netherlands: Springer Netherlands. DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4020-6162-2_31. This reference includes the correct formatting for the author's name, the title of the chapter, the name of the editor, the title of the book, the page numbers, the location of the publisher, and the DOI.Rate this question:
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