7 min readโขfebruary 26, 2023
Jack Marso
Mick Polito
Jack Marso
Mick Polito
Salvete Omnes iterum๐๏ธ! (Translation: "Hello everyone once again!") Weโve done it! We're more than half-way done reviewing the AP Latin curriculum. We will continue our journey through this extensive curriculum with Unit 5 out of 8 total units. Unit 5 covers Book IV of Vergil's Aeneid.
In order to prepare for the exam, youโll be reading Book IV in Latin ๐คฉ. Reading over the unit 5 checklist is important in making sure you understand the correct skill categories each section of lines tackles.
We appreciate your support so far this year, and we hope that you continue using us as a resource for all of your APยฎ and college-level studies. Letโs get right into, shall we?
As you may already know, in AP Latin and other AP languages, there are no key concepts like there are in other AP subjects ๐คจ. Instead, we will practice skill categories in the form of different style questions to help you prepare for the exam. Then, we will break down the lines within that particular section of the Book.
Also, there are different themes in the Course Content where students should be able to know, tackle correctly, and understand the focus of each theme. For Unit 5, there are three themes: Literary Style and Genre (LIT), Roman Values (RMV), and Views of Non-Romans (VNR) that students should be aware of throughout the unit. Consider the Questions to Ponder for each theme below.
Hold up! I know, I know . . . I said we would get right into it, but understanding what leads up to Book IV is CRUCIAL ๐ฅต.
Although Book III isnโt required for the AP exam, itโs important contextualization for required argumentation and textual analysis skills utilized in this book.
So, as always, when there is a gap between sections of lines, I would suggest reading the lines in English or sight-reading them in Latin them for extra comprehension and practice! These are great skills to practice in order to prepare for your exam in May!
In Unit 3, we read Book II of the Aeneid. After reading Book IV of Caesarโs Gallic War in Unit 4, it may have been quite some time since your class has discussed the Aeneid, so if you need a refresher (itโs perfectly ok if you do ๐), take a look at our Unit 3 Guides.
Ok... that's all out of the way. Now, what were we doing again? OH yeah, I rememberโฆ weโre reviewing Unit 5! Letโs jump into this content ๐ค!
Aeneid
: The Aeneid is an epic poem written by the ancient Roman poet Virgil. It tells the story of Aeneas, a Trojan hero who journeys to Italy and becomes the ancestor of the Romans.Literary Style and Genre (LIT)
: Literary style and genre (LIT) encompasses various elements such as language usage, tone, structure, and themes employed by authors in their works. It also includes categorizing literature into different genres based on shared characteristics.Roman Values (RMV)
: Roman values refer to the beliefs, principles, and virtues that were highly esteemed by ancient Romans. These values included piety towards gods and ancestors, loyalty to family and state, bravery in battle, honorability in public life, and respect for authority.Views of Non-Romans (VNR)
: Views of non-Romans refer to the perspectives, opinions, and attitudes that ancient Romans held towards people from other cultures and civilizations. These views could range from admiration and respect to prejudice and stereotypes.7 min readโขfebruary 26, 2023
Jack Marso
Mick Polito
Jack Marso
Mick Polito
Salvete Omnes iterum๐๏ธ! (Translation: "Hello everyone once again!") Weโve done it! We're more than half-way done reviewing the AP Latin curriculum. We will continue our journey through this extensive curriculum with Unit 5 out of 8 total units. Unit 5 covers Book IV of Vergil's Aeneid.
In order to prepare for the exam, youโll be reading Book IV in Latin ๐คฉ. Reading over the unit 5 checklist is important in making sure you understand the correct skill categories each section of lines tackles.
We appreciate your support so far this year, and we hope that you continue using us as a resource for all of your APยฎ and college-level studies. Letโs get right into, shall we?
As you may already know, in AP Latin and other AP languages, there are no key concepts like there are in other AP subjects ๐คจ. Instead, we will practice skill categories in the form of different style questions to help you prepare for the exam. Then, we will break down the lines within that particular section of the Book.
Also, there are different themes in the Course Content where students should be able to know, tackle correctly, and understand the focus of each theme. For Unit 5, there are three themes: Literary Style and Genre (LIT), Roman Values (RMV), and Views of Non-Romans (VNR) that students should be aware of throughout the unit. Consider the Questions to Ponder for each theme below.
Hold up! I know, I know . . . I said we would get right into it, but understanding what leads up to Book IV is CRUCIAL ๐ฅต.
Although Book III isnโt required for the AP exam, itโs important contextualization for required argumentation and textual analysis skills utilized in this book.
So, as always, when there is a gap between sections of lines, I would suggest reading the lines in English or sight-reading them in Latin them for extra comprehension and practice! These are great skills to practice in order to prepare for your exam in May!
In Unit 3, we read Book II of the Aeneid. After reading Book IV of Caesarโs Gallic War in Unit 4, it may have been quite some time since your class has discussed the Aeneid, so if you need a refresher (itโs perfectly ok if you do ๐), take a look at our Unit 3 Guides.
Ok... that's all out of the way. Now, what were we doing again? OH yeah, I rememberโฆ weโre reviewing Unit 5! Letโs jump into this content ๐ค!
Aeneid
: The Aeneid is an epic poem written by the ancient Roman poet Virgil. It tells the story of Aeneas, a Trojan hero who journeys to Italy and becomes the ancestor of the Romans.Literary Style and Genre (LIT)
: Literary style and genre (LIT) encompasses various elements such as language usage, tone, structure, and themes employed by authors in their works. It also includes categorizing literature into different genres based on shared characteristics.Roman Values (RMV)
: Roman values refer to the beliefs, principles, and virtues that were highly esteemed by ancient Romans. These values included piety towards gods and ancestors, loyalty to family and state, bravery in battle, honorability in public life, and respect for authority.Views of Non-Romans (VNR)
: Views of non-Romans refer to the perspectives, opinions, and attitudes that ancient Romans held towards people from other cultures and civilizations. These views could range from admiration and respect to prejudice and stereotypes.ยฉ 2024 Fiveable Inc. All rights reserved.
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