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Athenaze: An Introduction to Ancient Greek Book I,New
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Combining the best features of traditional and modern methods, Athenaze: An Introduction to Ancient Greek, 2/e, provides a unique course of instruction that allows students to read connected Greek narrative right from the beginning and guides them to the point where they can begin reading complete classical texts. Carefully designed to hold students' interest, the course begins in Book I with a fictional narrative about an Attic farmer's family placed in a precise historical context (432431 B.C.). This narrative, interwoven with tales from mythology and the Persian Wars, gradually gives way in Book II to adapted passages from Thucydides, Plato, and Herodotus and ultimately to excerpts of the original Greek of Bacchylides, Thucydides, and Aristophanes' Acharnians. Essays on relevant aspects of ancient Greek culture and history are also provided.New to the Second Edition:* Short passages from Classical and New Testament Greek in virtually every chapter* The opening lines of the Iliad and the Odyssey toward the end of Book II* New vocabulary and more complete explanations of grammar, including material on accents* Many new exercises and additional opportunities for students to practice completing charts of verb forms and paradigms of nouns and adjectives* Updated Teacher's Handbooks for Books I and II containing translations of all stories, readings, and exercises; detailed suggestions for classroom presentation; abundant English derivatives; and additional linguistic information* Offered for the first time, Student Workbooks for Books I and II that include selfcorrecting exercises, cumulative vocabulary lists, periodic grammatical reviews, and additional readings
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the primary focus of Athenaze: An Introduction to Ancient Greek Book I? A: The primary focus of Athenaze: An Introduction to Ancient Greek Book I is to provide a comprehensive course that enables students to read connected Greek texts from the beginning, integrating traditional and modern teaching methods.
- Q: What are some new features in the second edition of Athenaze? A: The second edition includes short passages from Classical and New Testament Greek, excerpts from the Iliad and the Odyssey, new vocabulary explanations, updated Teacher's Handbooks, and newly introduced Student Workbooks.
- Q: Who is the author of Athenaze: An Introduction to Ancient Greek Book I? A: The author of Athenaze: An Introduction to Ancient Greek Book I is Maurice Balme.
- Q: What is the condition of the book listed for sale? A: The condition of the book is listed as 'Good', indicating it has been well-maintained but may show some signs of use.
- Q: How many pages does Athenaze: An Introduction to Ancient Greek Book I have? A: Athenaze: An Introduction to Ancient Greek Book I contains 359 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of Athenaze: An Introduction to Ancient Greek Book I is paperback.
- Q: Is Athenaze suitable for beginners in Ancient Greek? A: Yes, Athenaze is designed for beginners, allowing them to engage with Greek narratives and gradually progress to classical texts.
- Q: What historical context does the narrative in Book I cover? A: The narrative in Book I is set in a precise historical context of 432-431 B.C., focusing on an Attic farmer's family.
- Q: What additional materials are included for teachers? A: The updated Teacher's Handbooks include translations of stories, classroom suggestions, English derivatives, and linguistic information.
- Q: Are there exercises for students to practice their Greek skills? A: Yes, the book provides numerous exercises and opportunities for students to practice verb forms, noun paradigms, and other Greek language skills.