Wheelock’s Latin : Chapters 1-15 Lectures

Module 1: Foundations of Latin Grammar

⏳ 1 hour

• Introduction to Latin pronunciation, alphabet, and the five noun declensions

• Present-tense conjugation of first- and second-conjugation verbs

Module 2: Expanding Verbs & Vocabulary

⏳ 1.5 hours

• Third- and fourth-conjugation verbs, irregulars (sum, eo, fero)

• Building core vocabulary through mnemonic exercises

Module 3: Case Uses & Syntax I

⏳ 1 hour

• Functions of nominative, genitive, dative, accusative, and ablative cases

• Simple word-order patterns and direct object recognition

Module 4: Subjunctive & Complex Sentences

⏳ 1 hour

• Present and imperfect subjunctive in purpose and result clauses

• Introduction to indirect questions and commands

Module 5: Participles & Periphrastic Constructions

⏳ 1 hour

• Formation and use of present and perfect participles

• Future active and passive periphrastic conjugations

Module 6: Advanced Syntax & Prose Composition

⏳ 1.5 hours

• Indirect statement (accusative + infinitive), ablative absolute

• Guided exercises in composing simple Latin sentences

Module 7: Reading Authentic Texts

⏳ 1 hour

• Gradual reading of adapted selections from Caesar, Cicero, and Ovid

• Strategies for parsing and rapid vocabulary recall

Module 8: Review & Sight-Reading Fluency

⏳ 1 hour

• Cumulative translation drills and timed sight-reading challenges

• Tips for continued study and using reference aids effectively

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