Latin 2
Spring 2011
Course instructor: H. Haskell
MBH 223
In this course we will combine translation with grammatical analysis and to devote time to
cultural, historical, etymological, and linguistic issues. The ability to read Latin allows one not
only to delve into the ancient past, but it helps one to develop a sharper understanding of
English and other languages (especially Romance languages) and provides a great foundation
for English vocabulary building.
Student Learning Outcomes. Upon successful completion of the course,
 Students will be able to read, translate and interpret ancient Latin texts at a basic level.
 Students will develop an enhanced understanding of written and spoken English
 Students will develop an understanding of other cultural traditions, expanding their
cultural experience and being presented with fresh perspectives on their own cultural
assumptions and traditions
 Students will develop an understanding of human experiences and cultures through
close reading and critical analysis of our histories, literatures, languages, ideas and
values
Course text: S. Shelmerdine, Introduction to Latin 2nd printing
You might check out Richard LaFleur's editorial on Latin (fall 2001)
Exams. The exams consist of sentences or passages for translation (Latin to English), which test
one's ability to pull together material (grammar & vocabulary).
Quizzes. The quizzes cover memory work (e.g. declensions, conjugations, vocabulary), that is,
material that is to be learned for each chapter. This is what I call the "idiot work", by which I do
NOT mean that anybody in this class is an idiot: it means that it is purely and simply
memorization work, which requires much patience, endurance, and consistency, rather than
brilliant analytical powers.
Pop Quizzes. Pop quizzes will be given during class time. The lowest two scores will be dropped
in the average. Pop quizzes may consists of questions on paradigms, vocabulary, grammar, or
homework assignments.
Homework Assignments. Assignments posted in the daily schedule are to be prepared PRIOR to
the class period on that date. Online assignments must be posted by class time. Homework is
assessed not on the basis of the number right/wrong, but rather by effort / genuine attempt.
Class participation: Regular preparation and class participation are expected, and will affect
your grade. Foreign language study is such that certain aspects of one's performance cannot be
judged by examinations, but rather by class performance. 10% of your final grade will be based
upon daily class participation. Effective class participation assumes preparation of daily
assignments before class, and therefore submitted homework will be part of the assessment.
Class attendance. Students are expected to go to class regularly. The attendance policy is as
follows: students are allowed up to three unexcused absences without negative consequence
(i.e. one must be there at least 40 of 43 classes). Unexcused absences in excess of three will
result in a class attendance grade based on per cent. (including the original 3): e.g. 20 cuts (17
beyond the three, 53%). This accounts for 10% of the final grade.
Accommodations for students with disabilities: Southwestern University is committed to
assisting students with disabilities. Southwestern University will make reasonable
accommodations for students with documented disabilities. To arrange accommodations
students should contact Kimele Carter, the Academic Services Coordinator within the Office of
Academic Success, PRC 120; phone 863-1536; e-mail carterk@southwestern.edu). Students
seeking accommodations should notify the Academic Services Coordinator at least two weeks
before services are needed. It is the student’s responsibility to discuss any necessary
accommodations with the appropriate faculty member.
Grading
 Exam I 10%
 Exam II 20%
 Exam III (final) 25%
 Quizzes 10%
 Pop Quizzes 15%
 Class participation/daily preparation 10%
 Attendance 10%
Final grades. The plus and minus grading system will be used for final grades. Semester %
averages will translate to the following letter grades:
INCLUSIVE GPA POINTS
GRADE
% RANGE
EQUIV.
A+ 96.7-100.0
4.00
A
93.4-96.6
4.00
A- 90.0-93.3
3.67
B+ 86.7-89.9
3.33
B
83.4-86.6
3.00
B80.0-83.3
2.67
C+ 76.7-79.9
2.33
C
73.4-76.6
2.00
C70.0-73.3
1.67
D+ 66.7-69.9
1.33
D
63.4-66.6
1.00
D- 60.0-63.3
0.67
F
0.0-59.9
0.00
RESOURCES:
"HyperGrammar" (U. of Ottowa)
Latin Placement Information
Official Shelmerdine Latin site
Official Wheelock's Latin Site
Richard LaFleur's editorial on Latin (fall 2001)
Grote's Wheelock / English Grammar
Parts of Speech, "variables"
Active / passive
Intensives and reflexives
I-stem rules
Perfect System Passive
Weekly Schedule
10 January - 16 January
Monday
Chapt. 17: Exc. 99 (in class)
Wednesday
Chapt. 17: Exc. 104; online
Friday
Chapt. 17: Exc. 111; Quiz (#17)
17 January - 23 January
Monday
no class
Wednesday
Chapt. 18: online; Exc. 113-115
Friday
Exc. 117, 118 nos. 1-5; Quiz (#18)
24 January - 30 January
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Chapt. 19: online; Exc. 121 (name antecedent)-122
Chapt. 19: Exc. 123, 124 nos. 1-5; Quiz (#19)
Chapt. 20: online; Exc. 130, 132
31 January - 6 February
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Chapt. 20: Exc. 133; Quiz (#20)
Reading Chapt. 4: narrative reading 4 (p. 157), Form id (p.
160)
EXAM #1
7 February - 13 February
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Chapt. 21: online; Exc. 135
Chapt. 21: Exc. 138, 139 nos. 1-5; Quiz (#21)
Chapt. 22: Exc. 140; online
14 February - 20 February
Monday
Chapt. 22: Exc. 142
MLK Day
Wednesday
Friday
Chapt. 22: Exc. 143, Reading 24; Quiz (#24)
Chapt. 23: Exc. 145; online
cf. Thucydides
21 February - 27 February
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Chapt. 23: Exc. 149; Quiz (#23)
Chapt. 24: online; Exc. 150
Chapt. 24: Exc. 151-152 (name noun modified)
28 February - 6 March
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Chapt. 24: Exc. 153-154; Quiz (#24)
Chapt. 25: online; Exc. 158-159
Chapt. 25: Exc. 160-161; Quiz (#25)
Ovid, Fasti
7 March - 13 March
Monday
Reading Chapt. 5: Narrative Reading 5 (p. 201), Form id (p.
203)
Wednesday
Friday
EXAM #2 (21-25)
Chapt. 26: online; Exc. 164-165
14 March - 20 March
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
spring break
spring break
spring break
21 March - 27 March
Monday
Wednesday
Chapt. 26: Exc. 166, Reading 28 (opt. verbal drill); Quiz (#26)
Chapt. 27: online; Exc. 172
Cicero
Denounces
Catiline:
Cesare
Maccari
(1840-1919)
Friday
Chapt. 27: Exc. 174-176; Quiz (#27)
28 March - 3 April
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Chapt. 28: online; Exc. 181-182
Chapt. 28: Exc. 183-184; Quiz (#28)
Chapt. 28: Exc. 185
4 April - 10 April
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Chapt. 29: online; Exc. 188-189
Chapt. 29: Exc. 190-191; Quiz (#29)
Chapt. 29: Exc. 192, Practice Sentences (p. 239)
11 April - 17 April
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Chapt. 30: Exc. 195; online
Chapt. 30: Exc. 196-198; Quiz (#30)
Reading Chapter VI: Narrative Reading VI, Form id
18 April - 24 April
Monday
Chapt. 31: Exc. 200-201; online
Wednesda Chapt. 31: Exc. 204-205; Quiz
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s_26-32/chapter_31/ch.31.cross.htm
Friday
no class
25 April - 1 May
Monday
Wednesday
Friday
Chapt. 32: online; Exc. 209
Chapt. 32: Exc. 210; Quiz (#32)
Review