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Syllabus Latin 1B

Welcome

Welcome to Latin 1B! We’re so glad you’re here.

Every lesson is designed to help you grow as a thinker, problem solver, and global learner. As a Mizzou Academy global student, you will complete lessons and assignments on your own schedule, interacting with course content, participating in interactives, and completing practice activities, as well as drafting and revising assignments, preparing for quizzes and assessments, and taking exams.

To stay on track, we recommend using a pacing guide. You can find more information about pacing in the Course Resources section, along with helpful tools, technology support, and tips for online learning success.

As you begin, remember that online learning requires both independence and communication. Be curious, stay organized, and don’t hesitate to reach out to your teacher if you need support.

We’re excited to learn with you, and we’re happy you’re part of our Mizzou Academy community! 

Pacing

This course can be completed in as few as six weeks or take up to 6 months (180 calendar days). The six weeks are counted from the date of the first lesson submission and not the date of enrollment.

This course is asynchronous, meaning you can complete lessons and assignments at your own pace.

Most students spend approximately 10 hours per lesson interacting with course content, participating in interactive activities, and completing practice exercises, as well as drafting and revising assignments, preparing for quizzes and assessments, and taking exams. Your time may vary depending on your goals and learning style. 

We encourage you to work at a consistent pace, allowing time to absorb new ideas, build skills, and reflect on what you’ve learned. Use a pacing guide to plan ahead, stay organized, and finish strong. 

Course Description

This course will continue your study of the language of the ancient Romans, building on the skills you developed in your previous Latin course. Although Latin is considered a “dead” language because it is no longer spoken, you will continue to see its lasting influence through English vocabulary and the Romance languages that share its roots. Throughout this course, you will expand your understanding of Latin grammar, moving beyond basic verb forms to more advanced structures such as causal and temporal clauses, indirect questions, the passive voice, and the subjunctive mood.

As you develop your language skills, you will also explore the history and culture of ancient Rome. You will learn about topics such as daily life, education, mythology, and important historical figures like Marcus Tullius Cicero. You will also examine archaeological discoveries, including those from Pompeii, to better understand how people lived in the past.

Students will need a notebook for taking notes, practicing translations, and composing sentences in Latin. Regular practice of vocabulary using strategies such as flashcards or other study methods is essential for success in this course.

Course Essential Questions

List two essential questions students will explore in your course–one for each half of the course.


Essential Question 1

How does learning Latin help us recognize patterns in language and meaning?

Essential Question 2

How do Latin and Roman culture continue to shape the world we live in today?

Course Overview

Lesson

Objectives

Quiz

Assignment

1: The Hunt
  1. Identify the three genders in Latin in the 2nd and 3rd declensions. 
  2. Memorize all noun endings of the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd declensions. 
  3. Translate nouns in Latin appropriately according to their ending. 
  4. Read and understand Latin sentences at the beginning level. 
  5. Use Latin vocabulary to determine the meaning of English derivatives.
  6. Describe the hunt in ancient Rome and compare it to more modern cultures.

12 multiple-choice questions 

No Assignment

2: Famous Horses
  1. Identify temporal and causal clauses with the indicative In Latin sentences. 
  2. Read and understand Latin sentences at a beginning level that includes clauses. 
  3. Use Latin vocabulary to determine the meaning of English derivatives.
  4. Compare famous horses from antiquity.

12 multiple-choice questions 

Mythology Assignment 1: Heroes in Greek Mythology

3: In School
  1. Read and understand more detailed, beginning level Latin sentences.
  2. Understand the relationship between nouns and adjectives in Latin. 
  3. Identify the case, number, and gender of noun/adjective pairs. 
  4. Use Latin vocabulary to determine the meaning of English derivatives.
  5. Explain slavery in ancient Rome.

12 multiple-choice questions 

No Assignment

4: Girls and Horses
  1. Read and understand more detailed Latin sentences that include examples of impersonal verbs. 
  2. Understand the relationship between pronouns and word endings in Latin verbs.
  3. Understand the case system used with pronouns.
  4. Use Latin vocabulary to determine the meaning of English derivatives.
  5. Compare and contrast the experience of Roman boys and Roman girls.
  6. Explain aspects of the lives of Roman children based on the artifacts they left behind. 

12 multiple-choice questions 

Mythology Assignment 2: Planning Your Latin Story

5: The Journey to Rome
  1. Understand the subjunctive mood with various meanings, including may, should, let
  2. Identify and use the subjunctive endings for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th conjugations
  3. Recognize the use of "ut" as a conjunction
  4. Read and understand Latin sentences at an beginning level. 
  5. Use Latin vocabulary to determine the meaning of English derivatives.
  6. Identify the triumphal arches in the city of Rome.

12 multiple-choice questions 

No Assignment

Midterm Exam

6: Rome the Eternal City
  1. Identify and use the subjunctive mood in various clauses including purpose clauses and indirect commands. 
  2. Understand the use of “ne” as a conjunction. 
  3. Read and understand Latin sentences at an intermediate level. 
  4. Use Latin vocabulary to determine the meaning of English derivatives.
  5. Reflect on how the Roman Republic influenced modern day democratic republics.

12 multiple-choice questions 

No Assignment

7: Who Needs a Teacher?
  1. Identify and use indirect questions in both Latin and English.
  2. Read and understand Latin sentences at an intermediate level. 
  3. Use Latin vocabulary to determine the meaning of English derivatives.
  4. Identify different, prominent Greek authors used in ancient Roman classrooms.

12 multiple-choice questions 

Mythology Assignment 3: Analyzing Your Sentences

8: Proper Writing
  1. Identify and use the passive voice.
  2. Understand the difference between the active and passive voice. 
  3. Read and understand Latin sentences at an intermediate level. 
  4. Use Latin vocabulary to determine the meaning of English derivatives.
  5. Reflect on popular poets from ancient Rome.  

12 multiple-choice questions 

No Assignment

9: The Power of Language - Cicero
  1. Identify and understand agents of passive verbs.
  2. Identify and understand instruments of passive verbs. 
  3. Read and understand Latin sentences at an intermediate level. 
  4. Use Latin vocabulary to determine the meaning of English derivatives.
  5. Understand what rhetoric is and identify an example of a time it affected the Roman Republic.

12 multiple-choice questions 

Mythology Assignment 4: Writing Your Latin Story

10: Lessons Learned and the Legendary Volcano
  1. Master all vocabulary from Lessons 1-9 through interactive activities.
  2. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the grammar concepts covered in Lessons 1-9.
  3. Translate sentences into Latin using vocabulary and grammar from previous lessons.
  4. Discuss the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius and understand its significance to the archaeological record.

12 multiple-choice questions 

No Assignment

Final Exam

 

Grades

Your final grade will be based on the number of points you earn on submitted work and exams. The available points are distributed as follows:

Source Available Points
Lesson Assignments 200
Lesson Quizzes 120
Midterm Exam 240
Final Exam 240
Total 800

 

Textbook & Technology Requirements

To fully participate, make sure you have:

  • A computer that meets our Mizzou Academy technology requirements
  • A microphone and webcam for recording audio and video assignments
  • Any other required textbooks or materials for the course

Textbook

Morgan, Julian. Imperium Book 1: Graeculus. 1st ed., CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2013. 

Morgan, Julian. Imperium Book 2: Romanus. 1st ed., CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2013. 

You may download a digital copy of the textbook here: 

You may also purchase a physical copy of the textbook here: 

 

Materials

Notebook (spiral or 3-Ring) with paper

A Latin-English/English-Latin dictionary or use of William Whitaker's Words 

Audio recordings of the lessons found in the Imperium Book 1: Graeculus textbook are available for purchase here.

Imperium Word Tools

 

Technology

The most up-to-date requirements can be found here: 

Additional requirements for the course are below: 

  • audio and video recording capabilities (e.g., smartphone, camera)

If you ever have trouble accessing course materials or recording tools, reach out to your teacher for support. We are here to help!

Accessibility

If you anticipate barriers related to the format or requirements of this course, please let Mizzou Academy know as soon as possible. If disability-related accommodations are necessary (for example, a scribe, reader, extended time on exams, captioning), please contact Mizzou Academy.

Canvas Technical Support

Canvas will be used as the primary platform for accessing course materials and assignments for this class.

Course Summary:

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