Double Spacing:
According to the MLA (Modern Language Association) style, it is recommended to double space the entire bibliography or works cited page. This means there should be two blank lines between each separate entry in the list of sources. Double spacing ensures readability and clarity.
Hanging Indentation:
For MLA style, the first line of each entry in the works cited page should start flush left, and any subsequent lines should be indented by 1/2 inch (or approximately 5 spaces) from the left margin. This creates the 'hanging indent' format.
Single Spacing:
APA (American Psychological Association) style, on the other hand, generally uses single spacing throughout the entire works cited page. There should be only one blank line between each separate entry in the reference list.
Block Quotations:
When including block quotes within your text (longer quotations that span multiple lines), it's common practice to indent the entire block quote by 1/2 inch (or 5 spaces) from both the left and right margins. This distinguishes the quoted material from the regular text.