Which element is NOT included in a typical MLA citation for a play?

• A. Act number
• B. Scene number
• C. Page number
• D. Line number

Answer: (C)

In a typical MLA citation for a play, the citation usually includes details essential for locating the specific part of the work being referenced. This includes the act number, scene number, and line number. The act and scene numbers help to pinpoint the exact location within the play, while the line number is often included to direct the reader to the precise phrasing or dialogue being cited.

The page number is generally not included in MLA citations for plays because plays are often cited by their structure (act, scene, line) rather than by page. Unlike novels or essays where content can be organized by pages, plays are more frequently performed and studied in terms of their divisions into acts and scenes. Therefore, the inclusion of a page number is not a customary aspect of citing a play in MLA format.