WL17.LAT.L1.7
Investigate and describe elements of Roman material culture.
Investigate and describe elements of Roman material culture.
This learning activity is created to follow Social Studies and Language Arts standards however, the content makes a perfect connection to the Latin literary figures addressed in the Latin standards for the state of Alabama. The activities are in English but provide insight into "The Metamorphoses" by Publius Ovidius Naso (Ovid). It includes guiding questions, background information, an essay-based assessment, and multiple extensions that allow students to compare "The Metamorphoses" with later works of art and modern poetry.
Investigate and describe elements of Roman material culture.
Identify evidence of contributions of Roman civilization and language to diverse cultures.
Recognize Latin derivatives, cognates, and language patterns in English and other languages.
Identify world languages and communities connected by their common origin in Latin language and Greco-Roman culture.
Investigate and describe Latin influences on modern academic disciplines, world languages such as English and the Romance languages, history, and philosophy.
Describe Roman influences on contemporary arts and culture.