AP Latin Summer Work:
Grammar Review:
Grammar Aids : Read through and study each of these papers. Be ready to use the terminology and jargon while reading and on exams.
Complete the Grammatical Terms for AP Latin Worksheet to reference throughout the course and to include in the front of your binders.
Vocabulary:
The Big List Quizlet Set : Most common vocabulary words in the Aeneid.
200 Most Common Words: Vocabulary list of the most common words found the in Aeneid and De Bello Gallico Combined.
Aeneid Full List : A vocabulary list with every word in the selections of the Aeneid we read. High frequency words (used 12+ times) are listed in Red.
Flashcards: If you do better with Flashcards than Quizlet or Lists, this set is available to purchase. It covers high frequency vocabulary in Aeneid and DBG.
Cultural Background:
The Aeneid will discuss and reference many events from the Trojan War and the events that led after it. Try to watch/ read 4 or more of these to get a good sense of the Trojan War and its details.
The Trojan War - A Quick Reading
The Trojan War - A Documentary
Suggested Cinema:
Troy (the edited version) starring Brad Pitt - This often plays on Movie channels such as TNT. While it is not 100% accurate, it highlights the main part of the storyline from the side of the Greeks and has wonderful scenery and visuals.
Troy- Fall of a City. This sort series can be found on Netflix. It is not a documentary, it is a show. I think there are 6 episodes? But it is very accurate to the text. The first episode is a bit weird - but if you can get past that, it has great background overall. It tells the story from the Trojan side and gives great background information on Helen.
The Odyssey : 1997 Movie