Latin 2

Prerequisite: successful completion of Latin I or Latin I Accelerated

This class continues the development of the fours skills of language acquisition in Classical Latin: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. With an emphasis on reading and writing, listening and speaking are given attention sufficient to amplify a general understanding of the Latin language and its relationship to English. This class is designed to teach students methods for comprehending increasingly challenging Latin passages through daily practice in reading, translation, and the study of Latin grammar fundamentals and vocabulary. Students will study the complexities of Latin word order, noun declensions, verbal conjugations, and they will develop a facility with translation and analysis of complex sentences. This course continues to follow the fortunes of the Cornelii family. Ancient life is studied in greater detail. As the characters of the family are further developed, so, too, is the complexity and variety of the Latin language expanded. The scope for student success and interest is greater as the knowledge base is greater. The gains and achievements of Latin I are consolidated and reinforced, providing the basis for further study. Critical thinking skills are developed by advancing study of the logic of Latin grammar. Sensitivity to English vocabulary is increased by a second year of Latin. Additional readings and lectures address the history of the Roman Republic and Empire. These readings adapt and make accessible the literature and voice of the ancient Mediterranean world. Students may be asked to undertake projects which develop the skills of language acquisition through creativity and personal interest. Individuals may pursue the language at their own accelerated rate.

Google Classroom Code 2020-2021: mb5dlzs