Lingua Latina apud Scholam Leoniensem

This post will cover Wednesday 12/2-Friday 12/4.

The Daily Wisdom on 12/2 was the same as 12/1, so that the classes that had tests on 12/1 (6th and 7th periods) were able to catch up. There was no Daily Wisdom on 12/3 or 12/4. The Daily Wisdoms Quiz will take place on Monday, 12/7.

On Wednesday:

Latin I took the Stage 8 test. Latin III took the Stage 32 test. Both Latin II classes received assignments designed to earn back missed points on the most recent test. 6th period received a list of vocabulary words to copy down and memorize as well as a declensions worksheet. The vocabulary words are due on Tuesday, December 8. 7th period received a declensions worksheet as well as a handout to practice manipulating vocative and imperative forms of nouns and verbs. Both of these worksheets were completed for Friday, December 4.

On Thursday:

Latin I went over the Stage 8 test, and then students received to assignments to complete in order to earn back points on the test. The first assignment was a list of vocabulary words, which is to be copied down and memorized. The other was a series of sentences in Latin that they needed to translate and then rewrite by changing the number of the nominative and accusative nouns (singular to plural or plural to singular). This was due on Friday. The vocabulary words are due on Wednesday, December 9.

Latin II in 6th period on Thursday went over the declensions exercise from the day before and then turned it in. The vocabulary list is due on Tuesday.

Latin II in 7th period on Thursday discussed any issues that they were having with the two test make-up assignments. Then, we read the Model Sentences in Stage 20 (p. 162) and remedium astrologi on pp. 163-164. Students had no homework except to finish the test make-up assignments.

Latin III went over the Stage 32 test and discussed any problems or questions. Then, students translated sentences 1, 3, 5 in Part B on p. 333, sentences 4-7 in Part C on p. 334, all sentences in Part D on p. 335, and sentences 2, 4, 6 in Part E on p. 335.

Latin IV/V continued reading the Pro Caelio, which we are nearing the end of. We will test on the Pro Caelio on Tuesday, December 8.

On Friday:

Latin I went over the sentences from their test make-up assignments and ensured that the nouns were changed properly. Then, we began reading the Model Sentences in Stage 9 on p. 142. For homework, students need only to study for the Daily Wisdoms Quiz on Monday, December 7, and complete their written vocabulary list for Wednesday, December 9.

Latin II in 6th period went over the Model Sentences in Stage 19 on pp. 138-139 and read Aristo on p. 140. Students are to write out the vocabulary words on p. 160 for homework as well as any derivatives that they can think of for each word. Students should also study for the Daily Wisdoms Quiz on Monday, December 7, and complete the written vocabulary list (Stages 15-18, given for test make-up points) for Tuesday, December 8.

Latin II in 7th period discussed the remedium astrologi story that we read on Thursday, and then read Petro on pp. 164-165. We also briefly discussed some of the information about medicine that came up in the reading. Over the weekend, students are to complete the Cultural Background reading on pp. 176-180 and answer the questions on the handout that they were given. Students should also study for the Daily Wisdoms Quiz that will take place on Monday, December 7.

Latin III in 2nd period received a reward because every one passed the Stage 32 test, so we watched the first part of Disney’s Hercules. In 5th period, we read the Model Sentences in Stage 33 (p. 256), and then we went over the vocabulary words and discussed derivatives. Students are to translate the first 17 lines of Tychicus on p. 257 for homework. Both classes should study for the Daily Wisdoms Quiz, which will take place on Monday, December 7.

Latin IV/V in 3rd period finished up the Pro Caelio on Friday. On Monday, we will review for the test (after taking the Daily Wisdoms Quiz). 1st period is nearly finished with the Pro Caelio, and we will continue reading on Monday. Their Pro Caelio test will not take place until later in the week.

Daily Wisdom: Today’s Daily Wisdom was the derivative sequacious, which derives from the Latin word sequor, which means “to follow.” Sequacious means “lacking independence or originality of thought; intellectually servile.” It is used to describe someone who accepts and adopts the opinions of others without much thought of their own. The next Daily Wisdoms quiz is Monday, December 7.

Latin I today went over last night’s homework about the perfect tense. Then, we completed a crossword puzzle to review for tomorrow’s Stage 8 test.

Latin II in 6th period took the Stage 18 test.

Latin II in 7th period took the Stage 19 test.

Latin III today finished reading philosophia and then reviewed for tomorrow’s Stage 32 test.

Latin IV/V today in 1st period turned in their questions and then translated part IV or the Pro Caelio. In 3rd period, we finished reading Part V, and then students wrote out answers to the questions.

Daily Wisdom: Today we had the mottos of North Carolina and Oklahoma. North Carolina’s state motto is Esse quam videri, which means “To be rather than to seem.” Oklahoma’s motto is Labor omnia vincit, which means “Work conquers all.” We will have a Daily Wisdoms quiz on December 7, and it will cover the Daily Wisdoms from 10/5-12/2.

Latin I today went over the declension exercise that was given last week. Then, students received a handout with all the noun information that they should know up to this point along with several exercises, which we worked on together in class. Students next received a handout with all the verb information that they should know up to this point, along with several exercises. We completed many of these exercises in class, but the students should read the information about the perfect tense and complete the chart on the last page for homework. The Stage 8 Test has been moved to Wednesday, December 2.

Latin II in 6th period today discussed the Cultural Background readings about Alexandria and Egypt. Then, students received two packets, one with all of the information about nouns that they should know up to this point, and one with all of the information about verbs that they should know up to this point. These study guides are color-coded (as far as the endings are concerned) and contain examples from every declension and every conjugation. Students should hold on to these for reference. The Stage 18 test is tomorrow.

Latin II in 7th period went over the homework that was given out on last Tuesday and then turned in the assignment. We then discussed the Worship of Isis Cultural Background reading. Finally, we worked on the forms of hic and ille. The Stage 19 test is tomorrow.

Latin III today read most of philosophia on p. 244. We will finish the last few lines tomorrow and review for the Stage 32 test, which will take place on Wednesday, December 2.

Latin IV/V continued reading through the Pro Caelio. First period must answers the questions that go along with parts II and III. Third period must finish translating part V and answer the associated questions.

Daily Wisdoms: Today we looked at the English word fulminate, which derives from the Latin word fulmen, meaning “lightning.” Fulminate means “to express vehement or ardent protest; to explode violently or flash like lightning.” The word’s usage outside of describing weather began in the 15th century, when the Catholic Church began to use it when issuing formal denunciations. Over time, the word lost this strictly ecclesiastical meaning and can now be used to describe anyone issuing a strong protest or objection.

The first Daily Wisdoms quiz will take place tomorrow!

Latin I students discussed last night’s culture reading on pp. 10-12 of the textbook, including Caecilius’ life and status, the status and rights of slaves, and the status and rights of women. We also discussed the three-part Roman name. For homework, students should complete the “Practicing the Language” exercises on p. 9.

Latin II in 6th period worked on manipulating the nominative and accusative cases and the singular and plural of verbs. There is no homework, except to study for the quiz. In 7th period, we read the Model Sentences in Stage 15, and then the first two paragraphs of ad aulam on p. 54. Students then illustrated the procession using the description and information given in these paragraphs. Students who didn’t finish in class will need to finish for homework.

Latin III looked at the Model Sentences in Stage 27 and then discussed indirect commands. We then sight-read the first paragraph of sub horreo on p. 126. Students should finish reading the story tonight and answer the questions on p. 127 in complete sentences.

Presentations continued today in both Latin IV/V classes, and will continue again tomorrow.

Daily Wisdoms: Today’s Daily Wisdoms concerned the Latin phrases on the Great Seal of the United States of America. On the front of the seal (the so-called obverse), we see the Latin phrase E pluribus unum, which means “Out of many, one.” This is the idea that one unified whole (the United States) has come from many parts (the states themselves). On the back (or reverse), we see two Latin phrases. The first isnovus ordo seclorum, which means “A new order of the ages,” and the other is Annuit coeptis, which means “He has smiled on our undertakings.” Your first Daily Wisdoms quiz will take place on Thursday, September 3.

Latin 1 today reviewed yesterday’s sentences, and then read Cerberus on p. 7. We also discussed word order in Latin (p. 8). Tonight’s homework is to read (in English) about Caecilius and his wife Metella on pp. 10-12.

Today’s Latin II class in 7th period finished our review of verbs and nouns. Tomorrow, we will begin Stage 15. 6th period Latin II finished up yesterday’s worksheet by translating various English verbs into Latin.

In Latin III, we went over last night’s indirect questions homework, and then we discussed purpose clauses. Tomorrow, we will look at a few more examples of purpose clauses before beginning Stage 27.

Latin IV/V presentations continued today in both periods. 1st period will finish up their presentations tomorrow.