Latin I

The first year of Latin introduces students to the Latin language and the culture and history of the ancient Romans. Students will develop reading and writing skills in Latin and language skills in general, including grammar, vocabulary, derivation, and word study. They are expected to master the basic and vital grammar needed to read the Latin the first year student will encounter. This includes being able to identify and use correctly the declensions of nouns, adjectives, and all indicative tenses of regular and irregular verbs. Readings are based on fictional characters and their lives in and near ancient Rome. Additional material covers etymology, history, culture, and mythology. Students in Latin I also participate in the National Latin Exam.