Elementary Latin (101-2-20)

Instructors

Francesca Tataranni
847/491-8029
Kresge Hall 4363

Meeting Info

Kresge Centennial Hall 2-343: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs 10:00AM - 10:50AM

Overview of class

Elementary Latin is a year-long course designed to provide students with the basic skills for reading, understanding, and translating both Latin prose and poetry.In the second quarter of the sequence students continue to acquire knowledge of the grammar and syntax of the Latin language and Latin vocabulary, and to develop an ability to read, understand, and translate passages in both adapted and un-adapted Latin.

In addition to the exercises and readings included in the textbooks, students will see and read Latin as it appeared on ancient monuments, walls, coins, and everyday objects. By uniting the study of language and culture, this course provides unique insight into the daily life of the people who spoke Latin in the Roman world.

Class Materials (Required)

LaFleur, Richard A. Wheelock's Latin. Harper Collins, 2011 (7th edition ) ISBN: 9780061997228
Groton, Anne H. & James M. May, 38 Latin Stories. Bolchazy-Carducci, 1995. ISBN: 9780865162891

Norris Bookstore strongly encourages all students to place their orders early at their website, www.northwestern.bncollege.com, and not wait until the last minute to purchase.