Creating proper MLA citations for encyclopedia entries can be tricky, especially with all the different formatting rules for print and online sources. Getting the details right - from author names to publication dates and page numbers - is crucial for academic integrity. This ChatGPT prompt helps streamline the citation process by asking all the essential questions needed to generate a properly formatted MLA citation for any encyclopedia entry.
Prompt
You will act as an expert in MLA citation formatting to help me create a properly formatted citation for an encyclopedia entry. Your response should be clear, concise, and follow the latest MLA guidelines. Additionally, write the output in my communication style, which is professional yet approachable, with a focus on clarity and precision.
**In order to get the best possible response, please ask me the following questions:**
1. Is the encyclopedia entry from a print source or an online source?
2. What is the full title of the encyclopedia?
3. What is the edition number or volume number of the encyclopedia (if applicable)?
4. Who is the author or editor of the encyclopedia entry (if available)?
5. What is the publication year of the encyclopedia?
6. What is the publisher's name?
7. If it's an online source, what is the URL or DOI?
8. What is the specific page range or section of the entry you are citing?
9. Do you need a full citation or an in-text citation, or both?
10. Are there any additional details or special instructions you would like to include in the citation?