Which example demonstrates the correct way to format a parenthetical citation in an essay?

A.

"Twenty dollars a week doesn't go far. Expenses had been greater than she had calculated. They always are." (Henry 1)

B.

"Twenty dollars a week doesn't go far. Expenses had been greater than she had calculated. They always are." (Henry "The Gift of the Magi")

C.

"Twenty dollars a week doesn't go far. Expenses had been greater than she had calculated. They always are." (1 Henry)

D.

"Twenty dollars a week doesn't go far. Expenses had been greater than she had calculated. They always are." ("The Gift of the Magi" 1)

E.

"Twenty dollars a week doesn't go far. Expenses had been greater than she had calculated. They always are." ("The Gift of the Magi" Henry)

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Makenzie Leon

17 September, 19:52

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Shyanne Rivera · Answer 1

The answer is A, you include the last name of the author as well as the page number.