<human>:  How do I format an essay in MLA style?
<bot>: To format an essay in MLA style, you will need to make sure that the document has 1-inch margins on all sides, is double-spaced, and the font size is 12-point. Include a header at the top left corner of the page containing your last name and the page number. The first page should include a title, your name, and your instructor's name. On the following pages, include your last name and the page number in the header. The introduction should have a thesis statement that presents the main idea of your essay. All primary quotes should be cited with parenthetical citations. At the end of the document, include a works cited page which lists all of the sources that you used in the essay.