Question #N152
The poet Maya Angelou wrote many poems about the experience of being Black in America. She is also known for her autobiography, _I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings_. In it, she describes her childhood in the segregated South, her experiences with racism, and her journey to becoming a successful writer.
Which of the following is the most effective way to punctuate the title of the autobiography?
A. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings
B. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings.
C. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings_
D. _I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings_
Correct Answer is: D
The correct way to punctuate the title of a work that is italicized is to use underscores. In this case, the correct answer is _I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings_.