Latin J282,01 June 2022

1. Aeneas’ Failed Promise to Evander | Aeneas’ alliance with Evander, promise to protect Pallas, Turnus’ attack, Pallas’ courageous but doomed defense, failure to keep the vow.

2. Latin Grammar and Syntax | Analysis of noun cases, verb tenses, subjunctive usage, and infinitive forms, derivation of English words from Latin roots, translation exercises.

3. Tarquinius and the Prophetic Eagle | Ambition of Tarquinius, decision to leave Etruria for Rome, symbolic encounter with an eagle, Tanaquil’s interpretation of the omen predicting kingship.

4. Rise of Tarquinius to Power in Rome | Gaining popularity through generosity, strategic manipulation of Ancus’ sons, persuasive speech in the forum, eventual election as king.

5. Themes of Fate and Leadership in Roman History | Divine signs and their political implications, role of persuasion and deception in securing power, consequences of broken promises in leadership.

6. Historical Narratives in Latin Literature | Storytelling techniques in Latin, structure of political and military events, importance of loyalty, honor, and ambition in Roman historical accounts.