Latin 9b (also called Latin 1b): Course Description

This course is an introduction to the world of the ancient Roman people and to the Latin language. Students will learn both to see Latin as an important part of that world, and to view that world through Latin. Emphasis will thus be on the elements of the language: alphabet and pronunciation, parts of speech, word-formation, vocabulary (including English derivatives), and grammatical rules. It is the first part of the elementary study of Latin, to be completed in the 10th grade. Students will also begin to learn the geography of the ancient Roman world, an outline of Roman history, and important aspects of Roman private and public life. The textbook will be Latin for Americans. First Book (8th ed., 1997), which should be completed this year and which may be supplemented with other materials. Toward the end of the year, Latin 9B students should read the Perseus stories in Fabulae Graecae (texts and exercises also available on-line); if time and ability permit, students may begin the Hercules stories. Because this course is the foundation for the continuing study of Latin, it is vital that students develop the necessary habits of memorization, attention to detail, preparation of daily work, and organization. Memorization of word-forms and vocabulary is essential at this level.

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Fabulae Graecae materials

Perseus

Perseus 1-11 (doc) (pdf)

Perseus 1-11 for classroom display (doc) (pdf)

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Hercules

Hercules 12-56 (doc) (pdf)

Hercules 12-56 for classroom display (doc) (pdf)

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