LATN211 Intermediate Latin

Overview

A consolidation of linguistic skills in Latin and a study of selected Latin prose texts from the Classical period.

The paper is a continuation of LATN 112 and includes the introduction of longer passages of unadapted texts from ancient authors. The emphasis is not only on continuing to master the features of Latin grammar and vocabulary, but also on developing skills in translating from Latin to English.

About this paper

Prerequisite

LATN 112

Schedule C

Arts and Music

Notes

The prerequisite does not apply to students who have achieved a minimum of 16 credits in NCEA Level 3 Latin (or equivalent).

Contact

classics@otago.ac.nz

More information link

View further information about Latin on the Classics Programme website

Teaching staff

Associate Professor Sean McConnell

Paper Structure

This paper builds on LATN 111 and LATN 112 by further developing the students' knowledge of Latin grammar, syntax and vocabulary in preparation for reading the texts offered in LATN 212.

Textbooks

Wheelock and LaFleur. Wheelock's Latin 7th Ed. 2011 (Collins Reference).

A Grinton and J May Thirty Eight Latin Stories, 5th Edition. 2004.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised

Interdisciplinary perspective, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Information literacy, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
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Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this paper will:

• Demonstrate a knowledge of key elements of Latin syntax (constructions, clauses, sentence structure), including the subjunctive
• Demonstrate a knowledge of Latin grammar
• Demonstrate a knowledge of Latin vocabulary and techniques for remembering vocabulary
• Demonstrate the ability to understand and translate passages of Latin prose and verse

Timetable