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Latin 1
Latin 1
Course Description:
In this course, students learn about the Latin language and Roman culture, with a focus on the first century CE. Students encounter foundational vocabulary and grammar through Latin stories that take place throughout the Roman Empire. The focus on grammar for Latin 1 is noun cases and the present and past tenses of verbs in the active voice. Cultural topics include many aspects of daily life, art, architecture, history, and mythology. Throughout the year, students observe and examine the connections between Latin and other languages. As with the study of any language, Latin requires regular studying and memorization; students have the opportunity to customize their work outside of class to their strengths, needs, and interests.
Prerequisites: None
Latin 2
Latin 2
Course Description:
Students broaden their knowledge of the Latin language and Roman culture through stories that continue the storyline encountered in Latin 1 and explore more of the Roman Empire in the first century CE. Stories become longer and students work with more complex syntax. The grammar for Latin 2 refines students’ understanding of noun cases and expands their knowledge of verbs to additional tenses, moods, and voices. Cultural topics build on the topics of Latin 1. Throughout the year, students observe and examine the connections between Latin and other languages. As with the study of any language, Latin requires regular studying and memorization; students have the opportunity to customize their work outside of class to their strengths, needs, and interests.
Prerequisites: Latin 1 with a C- or better
Latin 3
Latin 3
Course Description:
In Latin 3, students further refine their knowledge of Latin grammar and syntax while continuing to expand their vocabulary. After completing the storyline begun in Latin 1, we begin reading unadapted Latin; this portion of the course further develops students’ reading comprehension and critical thinking skills while also introducing them to the interpretation and analysis of Latin literature. As time permits, the class may begin reading authentic Latin literature. Throughout the year, students continue to examine additional areas of Roman culture and identify connections between Latin and other languages. As with the study of any language, Latin requires regular studying and memorization; students have the opportunity to customize their work outside of class to their strengths, needs, and interests.
Prerequisites: Latin 2 with a C- or better
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