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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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Do you love Greek mythology? Or does it at least intrigue you? Then you should definitely check out the Homeric Hymns. In this post, I’ll tell you all about the hymns and why you should read them now. Many people get most or all of their knowledge of Greek myths from children’s books, and that …
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Visiting Atlanta doesn’t have to break the bank. Check out the very best free things to do in Atlanta – from street art to parks to historical sites. Exploring the city can be expensive when you factor in parking, entrance fees, and meals. But guess what? We can eliminate the entrance fees, because some of...
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Want to improve your Spanish listening skills without breaking the bank? Then this post is just the thing for you. I’ve compiled a list of my favorite FREE Spanish listening resources, and I can’t wait to share them with you. Understanding spoken Spanish is hard. But, like most areas of foreign language, your listening comprehension...
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Where is Tarquinia? Why should you visit? And how do you get there? Read all about beautiful Etruscan painted tombs in this fun virtual tour. The Etruscan necropolis (burial ground) of Tarquinia is the perfect site for an inexpensive day trip from Rome. Visiting ancient tombs might not seem like your idea of a fun …
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Wondering what to write on your Latin flashcards? Look no further. This post will explain exactly how to make effective Latin flashcards for all different parts of speech. In this post, I will teach you how to design your Latin flashcards in a way that will make your studies easier later on. These smart, effective...
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Wondering what to do in Atlanta? Discover the Peach State with three amazing day trips from Atlanta! These fun (and kid-friendly!) destinations offer great things to do outdoors in north Georgia. I grew up in the greater Atlanta area, so I’m really excited to share some of my childhood experiences with you. Whether you’re just …
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The genitive case is extremely important in Latin. This ultimate guide will tell you what the genitive is, how to translate it, and how to use it. This post is relevant to students of all different levels, from beginning to advanced. Information is presented from most important to least. If you are just embarking on...
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Have you been to Duluth, Georgia? Find out why you should visit this charming “small town” (my hometown) and what to do once you’re there! Duluth is my hometown, and my mom’s side of the family has lived there since the 1970s. Back then there were less than 2,000 inhabitants. Now Duluth has reached city...
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Person and number are two important properties of Latin verbs. Read this quick post to learn a) what person and number are and b) how to identify the person and number of any Latin verb. First we will go through each person and number, and then we will examine Latin verb personal endings. These personal...
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Macrons are important for indicating length in Latin, but they don’t show up on English keyboards. Here are several easy ways to type Latin macrons on your computer (in Windows or macOS). When I teach Latin, I always encourage my students to pay attention to macrons. (I explain my reasons in my post on why...
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