Course Title Latin III
Instructor Beverly Bridgers
William C. Maus – classroom 104
(910) 862-3628 – answering service – leave message
(910) 532-4575 – work
Credit Hours 1 unit
Grade Level Twelfth
Description This course is a continuation of Latin II. Students
are expected to know a minimum of forms, syntax, and
vocabulary to be successful at this level. As they move
through this course, they will focus on the subjunctive
mood and various writings of Livy, Caesar, Pliny, and
other Roman entities. The pace is much more relaxed
as students focus more on translating literature than
on learning grammar.
Students will continue to work on any cultural
material that may appear on the NLE. Preparation for the
NLE will include certain literary terms as they will be
taking the Latin III: Prose exam.
Textbook Ullman, B.L. et al., Latin for Americans Second Book.
Glencoe McGraw Hill, 1997.
Required Materials 2” loose leaf notebook from Latin II
notebook paper
pens and pencils
a copy of Edith Hamlton’s Mythology
I. Major Course Objectives
Students cover the five competency goals as outlined by the N.C.S.D.P.I. Goals
are met through the five units of study.
- Students will read, write, understand and interpret Latin developing oral,
auditory and writing skills as part of the language learning process.
- Students will gain knowledge and demonstrate understanding of the
relationship among practices, products and perspectives of the Greco-
Roman culture.
- Students will relate Latin and the Greco-Roman world to other disciplines.
- Students will develop insight into the English language and their own
culture through the study of Latin and the Greco-Roman world.
- Students will use and apply their knowledge of Latin and Greco-Roman
culture in a diverse world.
II. Course Requirement and Grading
1. Homework 20% of grade
Includes grammar excs., derivatives, oral recitations, etc…
2. Cultural Assignments 10% of grade
Includes all worksheets pertaining to culture or mythology
3. Quizzes 30% of grade
Includes all vocabulary, grammar, and sentence building quizzes
4. Tests 40% of grade
Includes all lesson tests, unit tests, or literature tests
III. Classroom Policies and Procedures
- Every day is important, and because there is a large amount of material to
learn in preparation for the NLE, it is imperative that you focus on and complete your homework every night.
- While I understand that there is sickness, dr. appointments, etc…, I would
like for you to be in attendance for class if at all possible. Missing one
day in a foreign language class could be detrimental, especially if a new
concept is taught or if there is a review for a test.
- Absent for the day? Call a friend to find out what you missed, or check
the web site.
4. Absent for the day when an assignment, quiz, or test is due? It’s due the day
you return.
5. Absent just for my class… SHAME ON YOU! Please make sure you stop by
my room before the end of the day and pick up your assignment sheet.
6. I do not tolerate disrespect towards me or towards your classmates. Be
prepared to deal with my wrath otherwise.
7. Do not talk while I am talking. Do not talk while other people are sharing
their views. Wait your turn!
8. Latin class is for Latin only! Do not bring other subject materials to
my classroom.
9. You will maintain your 3-ring binder for this class.
10. Keep up with your textbooks, including paperbacks. These are number-
coded to help you keep easier track of your own books.
11. I do not drop grades, nor do I provide extra-credit opportunities.
12. I expect you to STUDY Latin for 10 minutes EACH night. Without your
devotion to studying, you WILL struggle to succeed in this class.
