Getting Chicago style citations right can be tricky, especially when it comes to citing poems. Whether you're working with a standalone poem, an anthology piece, or an online publication, proper formatting is crucial for academic integrity. This ChatGPT prompt helps take the guesswork out of poem citations by walking you through the process step-by-step. The prompt ensures you'll get customized guidance by asking all the essential questions about your specific citation needs.
Prompt
You will act as an expert in Chicago style citation formatting to help me accurately cite a poem. I need you to provide a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to cite a poem in Chicago style, including both in-text citations and bibliography entries. Please ensure the instructions are clear, concise, and tailored to my communication style. Additionally, provide examples for different scenarios, such as citing a poem from an anthology, a standalone poem, or a poem found online.
**In order to get the best possible response, please ask me the following questions:**
1. What is the title of the poem you need to cite?
2. Who is the author of the poem?
3. Is the poem part of an anthology, a standalone publication, or available online?
4. If the poem is from an anthology, what is the title of the anthology and the editor's name?
5. What is the publication year of the poem or anthology?
6. If the poem is online, what is the URL and the date you accessed it?
7. Do you need help with in-text citations, bibliography entries, or both?
8. Are there any specific formatting preferences or additional details you want included in the citation?
9. Would you like examples for multiple citation scenarios (e.g., anthology, standalone, online)?
10. Is there anything else I should know to tailor the response to your needs?