Latin 301- Easter Semester, 2009

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Assignments

The following assignments will serve as a schedule for our daily work. We shall make every effort to complete each "Part" by the designated time and shall not vary from the examination dates. The daily assignments may change to fit the needs of the participants. Please do not bring written translations to class. Short vocabulary lists are encouraged.

PART ONE (January 14-February 16)

The first six books of Robert Fitzgerald's translation of the Aeneid should be read by February 2. Class translations of the Latin text will cover Book I of the Aeneid; approximate daily assignments are listed below; however, note that these selections may occasionally change. When in doubt, ask for the next assignment at the end of the class meeting!

January 14 (Wednesday)-- Introduction: Vergil, Augustan Age, Epic poetry; versification; Bk. I. 1-7.
January 16 (Friday)--Bk. I. 8-33.
January 19 (Monday)--Bk. I. 34-59.
January 21 (Wednesday)--Bk. I. 124-147.
January 23 (Friday)--Bk. I. 148-179.
January 26 (Monday)--Bk. I. 180-207.
January 28 (Wednesday)--Bk. I. 335-368.
January 30 (Friday)--Translation Quiz
February 2 (Monday)--Bk. I. 441-468. (Finish reading Bks. I-VI)
February 4 (Wednesday)--Bk. I. 469-506.
February 6 (Friday)--Bk. I. 579-612.
February 9 (Monday)--Bk. I. 613-642.
February 11 (Wednesday)--Bk. I. 643-675.
February 13 (Friday)--Review
February 16 (Monday)--Examination.

PART TWO (February 18-March 11)

Selections for this section will be taken mainly from Book II. Students should also carefully reread Book III in translation; on March 9, there will be a class discussion of Book III. Approximate daily assignments are listed below. Begin reading the second half of the Aeneid (Bks. VII-XII).

February 18 (Wednesday)--Bk. II. 1-20.
February 20 (Friday)--Bk. II. 21-49.
February 23 (Monday)--Bk. II. 50-56; 268-285.
February 25 (Wednesday)--Bk. II. 286-316.
February 27 (Friday)--Bk. II. 506-530.
March 2 (Monday)--Bk. II. 531-558.
March 4 (Wednesday)--Bk. II. 632-670.
March 6 (Friday)--771-795.
March 9 (Monday)--Review Bk II; Discussion of Bk. III.
March 11 (Wednesday)--Examination.

Fall Break--March 11 (5:00PM)-March 23 (8:00 AM)

PART THREE (March 23-April 15)

During this period, reading selections will be taken from Book IV. Students may (optional) also submit a topic (April 13) for an essay on some appropriate subject (discuss topics with your teacher). Continue reading the second half of the Aeneid. Approximate reading assignments follow.

March 23 (Monday)--Bk. IV. 1-19.
March 25 (Wednesday)--Bk. IV. 20-44.
March 27 (Friday)-- Bk. IV. 45-73.
March 30 (Monday)--Bk. IV. 74-89; 160-172.
April 1 (Wednesday)-Bk. IV. 259-286.
April 3 (Friday)--Bk. IV. 286-308.
April 6 (Monday)--Bk. IV. 309-348.
April 8 (Wednesday)--Bk. IV. 349-361; 393-415.
April 10 (Friday)--Bk. IV 415-436.
April 13 (Monday)--Bk. IV. 437-456; read the rest of Bk. IV. (Last day to submit a paper topic--optional.)
April 15 (Wednesday)--Examination.

PART FOUR (April 17-April 29)

Students will be expected to finish reading Books VII-XII. Translation selections for this period will taken from Books VI and XII. Finish reading Books VII-XII in Fitzgerald's translation for discussions on April 22 and April 24. The Optional essay is due on April 29.

April 17 (Friday)--Read Bk. V and VI in translation up through line 449. Translate lines 450-476.
April 20 (Monday)--Bk. VI. 679-709.
April 22 (Wednesday)--Read in translation and discuss Books VII-IX.
April 24 (Friday)--Read in translation and discuss Books X-XII, line 890.
April 27 (Monday)--Bk. XII. 891-921.
April 29 (Wednesday)--Bk. XII. 921-952. Optional essay due.

Final Examination--Tuesday, May 5, 9:00 AM

Course Expectations

Complete all daily assignments. Daily grades will be given for translations done in class.
Be prepared to discuss material which will occasionally be assigned in addition to the Latin text.
Be responsible for getting the correct assignment for the next class meeting. Whenever there is any doubt about the next assignment, ask your teacher.
Read in translation all the portions of the Aeneid not assigned to be read in Latin. (These assignments from Fitzgerald's translation are included in the class schedule.)
Attend class regularly. Class participation is an important part of grade evaluation. Failure to attend class will result in grade penalties.
PLEASE NOTE that this course satisfies the General Education Requirement in Foreign Language. You may see the goals and assessment statement for this class by clicking on the following link: Department goals and evaluation for this class (see especially the section under "Third Year.")

Grade Evaluation

There will be three examinations, one optional essay, and a final exam. The examinations and daily performance will account for approximately 70%, the essay 10%, and the final examination 20% of the final grade. If you choose not to write an essay, the hourly exams and daily performance will count 75% and the final exam 25%.

Office Hours* (Gailor 20-phone 1520)

MW: 2:00 -4:00 PM
T: 2:30-4:30 PM
(or call for appointment)
*It is a good idea to call before coming by. I shall try to be present during office hours, but committee meetings and emergencies sometimes occur during these times.

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Last Updated: January, 2009

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