GRK 101-102 Beginning Ancient Greek (8 credits)

In an interactive environment, students will learn basic Attic Greek vocabulary, grammar, and syntax, with special attention to English and modern language derivatives. Students will develop reading ability through sentences and short passages adapted from Greek authors such as Menander, Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, Solon, and Theognis. They will also discuss aspects of Greek culture and civilization illuminated in these texts.