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GREK2502

Intermediate Greek II

10 Units 2000 Level Course

Available in 2012

Callaghan CampusSemester 2

Previously offered in 2011

Consists of parallel reading grammar classes, and introduces students to the reading and comprehension of major Greek classics. It facilitates entry to advanced level Greek courses which lead to a major (GREK3520, 3530, 3540, 3550).

Objectives
1. To complete formal grammar points not covered at 1000 and 2000 level.

2. To gain a good understanding of major grammatical constructions employed by Greek writers, and thus facilitate the reading of texts.

3. To read and understand Greek texts of a standard suited to students who have completed at least two semesters of Greek.

4. To enhance one's command of English by appreciation of its relation to and differences from ancient Greek.
Content
Completion of Greek grammar started at 1000 and 2000 level, and associated readings.

Introduction to the critical study, in the target language, of texts suitable for students who have completed two semesters of Greek.

Parallel study of relevant additional grammar.
Replacing Course(s)
LATN2110 Latin for Historians I
Transition
Students who have completed the following may not enrol: LATN2110 Latin for Historians I; GREK2510 Intermediate Greek
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
10 units of Greek at 1000 level and 10 units at 2000 level
Modes of Delivery
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods
Seminar
Assessment Items
Examination: Class
Class test: unseen and set readings: a test of ability to translate seen and unseen passages 2x20%
Essays / Written Assignments
Grammar exercises related to readings: exercises to test grammar points related to set texts 50%

Assessment of prescribed texts: Comprehension exercise 10%
Contact Hours
Seminar: for 3 hour(s) per Week for Full Term

Timetables