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What should I do when I read a new Latin text and there are words I don't know in the exam? I can't use a dictionary

You should be relaxed and read it first in a global way, paying attention to the structure of the text and those words you already know. Think outside of the box: pay special attention to the setting ( na...

Answered by Juan R. Latin tutor
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In Aeneid VII.10-24, how does Virgil make his description of Circe's land menacing?

Throughout this passage, a foreboding and menacing atmosphere is masterfully evoked by Virgil. From the very first sentence of this passage we are on tenterhooks, with the delaying of the verb 'raduntur' ...

Answered by Alexander V. Latin tutor
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What is a chiasmus and what is its purpose?

A chiasmus is a literary technique where concepts or grammatical features are repeated but in reverse order. A simple way to remember it is A-B-B-A, just like the band!
For example: (Aeneid VI.102)...

Answered by Olivia C. Latin tutor
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How can I better my Verse Unseen translation?

There are several crucial steps to becoming stronger at Latin Verse Unseen. Firstly, look at the structure of every sentence and find the verb first: the verb will tell you whether your subject is singula...

Answered by Sophie B. Latin tutor
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How do I approach a translation?

The first step is not to translate straight away. First, read any information given to you about the context of the passage. Next,take the passage a sentence at a time. Find the subject usually near the b...

Answered by Bhumi S. Latin tutor
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