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What do elephants and flies have in common? Let's look at a fun idiom about exaggeration and find its earliest use back in the 2nd century CE.
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Do Latin deponent verbs confuse you? Read this post to find out what they are, how to identify them, how to translate them, and more. Deponent verbs are an important topic in Latin, since many common verbs are deponent. The terminology may sound scary, but don’t worry. In this post, I offer beginner-friendly explanations of...
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Trying to decide whether or not Latin is for you? Here are 9 reasons why you should learn Latin! My study of Latin has enriched my life in so many ways. But learning a language – any language – is a challenge, so you need to be committed. Do I think Latin is still worth...
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If you’re in central Georgia, stop in Eatonton to visit the unique Rock Eagle Effigy Mound. You won’t want to miss this fascinating (and free) 1000-year-old site! What is the Rock Eagle Effigy Mound? About an hour southeast of Atlanta, thousands of milky quartz rocks form a mound in the shape of a eagle (or...
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Wondering how to use or translate the nominative case in Latin? This post explains what the nominative is and what its uses are – with lots of examples. Look no further! Here is your comprehensive guide to the Latin nominative case. Let’s dive right in! Nominative Case: The Basics The nominative is the default case...
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Do you want to be adventurous, but you can’t leave home? No problem! Check out 7 amazing ways you can explore the world from your armchair. It’s been a rough year, and most of us have been spending a lot more time at home than we normally would. It’s tempting to sit around and mourn …
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If you are in the area in the spring or summer, you simply must pay a visit to Boston Public Garden. Located in the heart of the city, right next to Boston Common, this gorgeous park has something to offer for everyone. I’ve been to the Public Garden several times now. Each time I discover...
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Do adjective stems confuse you? Then read this helpful guide on how to find the stem of any Latin adjective! Adjective stems are important. You need to know an adjective’s stem in order to be able to decline it. Plus knowing the stem helps you to recognize the adjective when you see it in the...
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You need to know the stem of a Latin noun in order to be able to decline it. In this post, learn how to find the stem of any Latin noun! First of all, let’s review what a stem is. The stem is the part of the noun that the case endings are added to....
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Interested in Cherokee history? Then you have to visit New Echota Historic Site near Calhoun, GA. Go explore the former Cherokee capital and learn about the tragic Trail of Tears. New Echota is one of the most important Native American sites in Georgia. Among other things, it was the home of the first Native American...
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Elberton, Georgia is a small town like no other. From the mysterious Georgia Guidestones to an exhumed Confederate statue, this town will intrigue and charm you. At first glance, Elberton may seem like a boring country town. The population is less than 5,000, and Elberton sits in the middle of nowhere in Elbert County, Georgia....
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Wondering what the vocative case is in Latin? This post tells you everything you need to know, with examples and charts. The good news is that the vocative case is one of the easiest Latin cases to learn. It only has one use and it is almost always identical to the nominative case in form....
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