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KEY: 1T = CLC Textbook I; 2T = CLC Textbook II; 1I = Independent Learning Manual Book I; 2I = Independent Learning Manual Book II;
1G = Teacher’s Guide Book I; 2G = Teachers’ Guide Book II; 1W = Worksheet Masters Book I; 2W = Worksheet Masters Book II. The
numbers following the letter indicate the relevant page numbers. Asterisks denote activities for which modern comparison is explicitly suggested
by the course.
Legal and human rights and responsibilities underpinning society
Topic Title Description Location
Women’s role at
home
Metella English passage about Metella’s responsibilities. 1T10
Find out about Caecilius Question about Metella’s role as housekeeper. 1:9:2
Caecilius and his
Video including material about Metella’s role in life and a comparison with 1:10:1
household*
the life of women now.
Rufilla Latin story about Rufilla’s life on a country estate. Discussion. 2T25, 2G17
Compose a letter from Rufilla describing her life on a country estate. 2G24
Learning to read and write Video that tells students how girls were often taught household skills rather
than literacy.
10:4:2
Women in public
life
The forum, law and trade Video including material about a priestess who was a public figure. 4:3:1
Women- general The perfect woman Activity that involves working out which qualities the Romans considered
suitable for a woman.
7:5:3
Freedmen’s jobs
and rights
Caecilius Introducing the life of Caecilius, a freedman. 1T8-9
Find out about Caecilius Questions about a freedman’s business dealings. 1:9:2
Caecilius and his
household
Video about Caecilius’ household and business. 1:10:1
Find out about Caecilius English information about manumission and freedmen’s rights and jobs. 1T80-81
Freeing a slave Video about freedmen’s rights and jobs. 6:4:5
Slaves- voting Lucius Spurius Latin story about a slave disguising himself as a citizen in order to vote. 1T151-153,

Pomponianus 11:8, 11:10,
11:11
Slaves’ rights Slaves and freedmen English information about slaves’ rights, tasks, treatment and manumission 1T78-81,
1G53-54
coniuratio Latin story showing the execution of slave-guards for failing in their duty, 2T7,
without trial. Discuss the rights of slaves and Roman justice.
2G9
Bregans Latin story showing the punishment of a slave without trial.
2T8-9
Comprehension.
Gladiatorial shows English information about slaves being forced to become gladiators. 1T108
Slaves’ rights Slaves and freedmen Thinking about slaves and manumission. 1I31,
The buying and
selling of slaves
The treatment of
slaves
venalicius Story about how slaves were bought and sold. Discussion.
6:6:2
1T31,
3:6,
1G35-36
The life of a slave Activities about a slave’s fate at a slave auction or about a slave’s life. 1W6.5
Salvius fundum inspicit Latin story showing the denial of food to a sick slave. Discuss conditions of 2T12,
farm and domestic slaves.
2G12
The slaves English description of harsh life of farm and mine slaves. Discuss. 2T20, 2G14
Searching for slaves Video about the lives of domestic slaves. 6:3:7
Find out about Caecilius A question about the kinds of jobs done by domestic slaves. 1:9:2
Caecilius and his
household
Video about slaves’ position and role in the familia. 1:10:1
Learning to read and write Video including material on slaves’ role as paedagogi. 10:4:2
What did slaves do? Collect together all the jobs done by Roman slaves. 6:3:8
Romans and their slaves* Video about the wretched lives of slaves then and now. 6:3:1
Slavery: then and now* Produce a report on modern slavery. 6:6:3

Basic aspects of the criminal justice system
Topic Title Description Location
Judges Salvius English description of Salvius’ position as a judge. 2T21
Trials in basilica Latin story demonstrating formal responses, burden of proof. Questions on 1T44,
the court procedure. Translation. Act.
4:5,
1I19, 1W4.3,
1G41
in apodyterio Latin story about thief explaining extenuating circumstances. English note. 1T122, 9:10,
1G70
The forum, law and trade Pictures of the basilica and a trial on video. 4:3:1
Diversity of national, regional, religious, and ethnic identities; the need for mutual respect and understanding
Topic Title Description Location
National identities British farms, Farms in Activity on why a British farmer would rebuild his house in the Roman 2W13.3,
Roman Britain
style.
2I6
The palace at Fishbourne Looking at evidence that the owner wanted his palace and garden to imitate
those in Italy.
2I33
How many Briton learnt
Latin?
Activity on why Britons learnt Latin. 2W15.1
controversia Latin story in the form of a debate, ‘Are the Romans better than the 1T134-135,
Greeks?’ Discuss emotional involvement of speakers in arguments. 10:2,
Exercise checking understanding, looking at evidence and bias, translation. 10:3, 1G74,
1I56
The town of Pompeii Information about nationalities of merchants in Pompeii. 1T36, 1G37
Slaves and freedmen Information about nationalities of slaves in Pompeii. 1T78
ad aulam Latin story in which Salvius is gleeful at forcing the cart of two Britons into 2T46-47,

a ditch. Imagine you are one of the two and give your account. Discuss his
contemptuous attitude to the provincials.
2G33, 2G26
Model sentences Latin sentences in which slaves’ nationalities and master’s contrast. First
reading.
2T2-4, 2G7-8
Suggested activity 2b Imagine you are a Briton who remembers the days before the Romans
arrived.
2G33
tumultus I and II* Latin story about tensions between Egyptians and Greeks and Romans in 2T78-79,
Alexandria. Comprehension. Activities to aid understanding. Discuss the 2I39,
maintenance of order in Alexandria. Discuss modern parallels of the
tensions.
2G45-46
Discussion 3 Discuss contrasts between life in Pompeii, Britain and Alexandria 2G48
Regional identities gladiatores, in arena and Latin stories about the growing tension between neighbouring towns at a 1T100-103,
venatio
gladiatorial show. Discuss. Tacitus’ description in English.
8:3,
8:4,
8:5,
8:7,
1G62-63,
1T111
Riot at Pompeii Video about the fight between rival fans at a gladiatorial show. 8:8:4
in tablino Latin story in which Salvius admits to not trusting Pompeians. 2T30,
2G18
tumultus I and II* Latin stories about tension between Greeks and Egyptians in the streets of 2T78-79,
Alexandria. Discuss racial conflict.
2G45-46
Alexandria English description of the multi-cultural nature of Alexandria 2T89
Religious identities Cultural background English description of Roman beliefs and practices about death. Discuss. 2T93-95,
material*
Compare with modern beliefs.
1G58
The forum and religion Video about Roman worship and gods. 4:6:1
Death and burial* Video looking at the death and burial rites of the Romans. Compare with
now.
7:5:2

Central and local government
Tombs of Pompeii Video. 7:6:7
The living and the dead Video about the dead sharing in the daily life of the living. 7:9:2
The forum English description of the temples in the forum at Pompeii. 1T50
Fare for a journey* Activity about the journey which the dead were thought to make to reach
the Elysian Fields. Compare Roman rituals with those in Britain today.
7:9:1
Then and now* Explore Roman religious beliefs and practices. Investigate a religion
practised now and compare.
7:5:1
Ancient worship* English information panel about the worship of Isis. Comparison with 2I42
religious worship today.
The worship of Isis* English description of the worship of the Egyptian goddess Isis. Discuss
and compare with Christianity.
2T126-129,
2I56, 2I60,
2G68
pompa Latin story about the procession of Isis. 2T119-120
Suggested activity Imagine you are a freedman attracted to the worship of Isis and explain
why.
2G70
Topic Title Description Location
Central
government
The riot at Pompeii, Riots* Glimpse of the emperor at the top of the chain of command. Modern-style
newspaper article on the riot, referring to the role the Home Secretary and
parliament would play now.
Political life Video referring to the fact that local politics was thriving in Pompeii
although the important decisions were made in Rome.
The forum and religion Video with information about the presence of the emperor in the forum of
Pompeii in the form of his shrine.
The Romans in Britain Questions 1 and 2 are about Caesar’s and Claudius’ roles in conquering
Britain.
1T111, 8:8:4,
8:8:5
11:2:3
Alexandria Glimpse of the emperor stepping in to settle disputes in Alexandria. 2T89-90
4:6:1
2I14

Salvius English description of how Titus sent Salvius to help Agricola govern
Britain.
2T21
Cogidubnus, king of the
Regnenses
English description of how Claudius made Cogidubnus king of his tribe. 2T55-57
tripodes argentei Latin story in which we hear of Cogidubnus’ gratitude to Claudius for
making him king of his tribe.
2T33-34
caerimonia Latin story in which Cogidubnus makes a sacrifice to honour Claudius and 2T48-49,
promote his apotheosis. Comprehension questions. Discussion.
2G26-28
Suggested activity 1 Report to the emperor, to whom you are personally accountable, about a riot
in Alexandria.
2G50
Cultural background Students are asked if they know of instances of corruption in public life 2G57
material*
now.
Local government The forum*, The town of English information about the sites of business, religion and local
1T48-51, 1G44,
Pompeii, In Pompeii government in Pompeii. Label a plan of the forum. Compare with a 1G37, 1G42,
modern town. Label a plan of Pompeii.
1I14, 1I20,
4:3:2, 1I3.6
The forum and religion Video establishing the forum as the centre of local government and religion. 4:6:1
Local government and English information panel. Discuss. 1T156-159,
elections
1G83-84
Cultural background Discuss corruption in Alexandria and ask students if they know of any 2G57
material
examples of corruption in public life now.
in foro Latin story establishing the forum as the centre of social and business life in 1T28,
Pompeii.
3:1,
1G33

The public services they offer
Title Description Location
Theatre actores, in theatro Latin story describing the excitement of the day of a play. Questions on the
story.
The theatre at Pompeii* English section about plays and the type of people who watched them and
staged them. Questions, including comparison with modern day
entertainment.
In the theatre 1 Questions about Roman theatres and plays. 5:6:8
1T58,
5:2,
1I24, 1T63,
1W5.5
1T64-67, 1I25
Gladiatorial shows Gladiatorial shows* English information about who went to shows, and how they were put on T107-11, 1G64and
conducted. Discussion including comparison with modern
entertainment.
65, 1I43
The amphitheatre at
Pompeii
Video about the popularity of gladiatorial games. 8:2:2
The gladiators Video about the position of gladiatorial shows in Roman society and who
staged them and why. Fight reconstruction.
8:5:2
The animal games Video about the excitement at exotic animals in the gladiatorial arena. 8:8:1
Why gladiatorial shows?* Questions about why the shows were enjoyed and whether we have
anything similar now.
8:2:4
Could it happen today?* Explain why the Romans liked gladiatorial shows and whether we have 8:8:3
anything like them today.
Baths The baths* English information about a visit to the baths. Discuss. Label a set of
baths. Activities about the Roman baths, including what the modern
equivalent would be.
1T124-127,
1G70-71, 1I49-
50

The ritual of the baths* Video about a visit to the baths. Comparison with a modern sports centre. 9:2:1
About the
Questions about Roman baths, including what the modern equivalent would 9:2:3
baths 2*
be.
The water supply An activity on how the water supply in Pompeii worked and who controlled
it.
9:6:3
Schools Schools* English information about schooling provision in Pompeii. Questions. T140143, 1I57,
Make a school report for a Roman pupil. Discussion including comparison
with modern education.
1W10.3, 1G77
Learning to read and
write*
Video about Roman education, comparing it with education today. 10:4:2
rhetor Video about the final stage of Roman education. 10:7:4
Searching for slaves Video mentioning that educated slaves could be teachers. 6:3:7
Medicine remedium astrologi Latin story about the medical advice supplied by an astrologer. Discuss. 2T133, 2G71-
72
Petro Latin story about the treatment given by a doctor. Discuss. 2T134, 2G72-
73
astrologus victor I and II Latin story about the astrologer’s second attempt at treating Barbillus’ 2T138-139,
wound. Discuss.
2G75-76
Medicine and science*, English information panel. Discuss, and consider modern medical ethics. 2T142-145,
Medical instruments, Activities including a presentation on which of the scientific developments 2I71-72, 2G77,
Petro’s case notes in ancient Alexandria is most important in today’s world. Writing up a
doctor’s case notes.
2G78, 2W20.4
Searching for slaves Video mentioning that educated slaves could be doctors. 6:3:7
General Local government quiz* Quiz on who provided public services in Pompeii and who provides them 1I66,
now.
11:12:2
Winning votes Activity about the kinds of services political candidates had to consider to
attract votes.
11:2:1
The town of Pompeii* English section about the buildings in the town of Pompeii. Discussion,
including comparison with a modern town.
1T33-37, 1G37

How they are financed
Topic Title Description Location
Revenues from the
empire
The Romans in Britain Mention of taxes inflicted on the Britons by the Romans. 2T38
coniuratio Discussion of whether the emperor’s pressure on Salvius to increase the
revenues makes Salvius a more sympathetic figure.
2G8
Egypt Egypt ensuring the corn supply to Rome. 2T109
Local taxes Local government and
elections
Mention of aediles’ control of local taxes. 1T156
Key characteristics of parliamentary and other forms of government
Topic Title Description Location
Rome as an
imperial power
The riot at Pompeii Emperor as having ultimate power over Pompeii. 1T111,
8:8:4
The forum and religion Video including material on the divine emperor. 4:6:1
tripodes argentei Latin story in which Anti-Loquax explains that Claudius gave his kingship
to Cogidubnus.
2T33-34
caerimonia Latin story in which Cogidubnus honours Claudius and promotes his 2T48-49, 2G26apotheosis.
Comprehension.
28
Salvius English description of how the emperor furthered Salvius’ career. 2T21
Cogidubnus, king of the
Regnenses
English section about Claudius giving the kingship to Cogidubnus. 2T55-57
Egypt Emperor’s retaining personal control of Egypt. 2T108-109

Alexandria Emperors role in quashing revolt in Alexandria. 2T89-90
Suggested activity 1 Write to the emperor, to whom you are accountable, explaining a riot in
Alexandria.
2G50
The Romans in Britain Question 1 and 2 are about the emperors who conquered Britain. 2I14
Electoral system and the importance of voting
Topic Title Description Location
Elections, voting Local government and
elections
English information panel. Discuss. Questions. 1T156-159,
1G83-84, 1I62,
1I63
11:2:3
office, then and now.
1T148, 11:3,
candidate. Questions.
1I63
1T149, 11:6,
Political life* Video about how candidates appeal to voters and why they want to stand for
Marcus et Quartus Latin story in which two brothers clash over who is the best political
Sulla A sign-painter resolves their conflict, and himself profits in the process.
Discuss. Questions.
Lucius Spurius
A series of Latin stories in which a slave pretends to be a citizen in order to
Pomponianus
get bribes for his vote from political candidates. Discuss. Questions.
Suggested activities, Vote
for who? (sic)
Hold a mock election, examine some of the Pompeian graffiti and a
comprehension on a Latin election speech.
Winning votes Activity considering the kinds of electoral promises that will appeal to the
most voters.
1G80, 1I64
1T151-153,
11:8, 11:10,
11:11, 1G80-82,
1I65
1G84,
11:4:3
1W11.4,
1W11.3
11:2:1

Importance of resolving conflict fairly
Topic Title Description Location
Processes in basilica Latin story in which we see a criminal trial. 1T44,
Results of not
doing so
Significance of media in society
controversia Latin story consisting of a debate to establish whether the Romans are better
than the Greeks.
4:5
1T134-135,
10:2,
10:3
10:3:3
Theodorus’ decision Activity evaluating the arguments presented in controversia and possible
bias in Theodorus’ decision.
Sulla Latin story in which the sign writer resolves two brothers’ conflict over the
electoral slogan to be written up on their house.
1T149, 11:6
Farms in Roman Britain Activity in which students are asked to convince a Roman father to replace
the family roundhouse with a farmhouse in the Roman style.
2I6
coniuratio Latin story in which Salvius demands that all his slaves be put to death as a 2T7,
reprisal for one slave’s action. Discuss. Questions.
2G8-9, 2I3
Salvius fundum inspicit Latin story in which Salvius wants to deny food to a sick slave. 2T12,
2I5
Bregans Latin story in which Salvius punishes Bregans for failing to keep a dog
under control.
2T8-9
fortuna crudelis* Latin story in which a father and son are estranged. 2T136-137,
2G73-74
Topic Title Description Location
Use of media Marcus et Quartus Latin story in which we see the use of slogans in a Pompeian election. 1T148, 11:3
Election notices Looking at election notices in Pompeii. 11:4:1

World as a global community
Painting election notices English information panel about election notices in Pompeii. 1T159
Political life* Video about ancient and modern methods of political campaigning. 11:2:3
The forum English information about graffiti in Pompeii. 1T49-50
Graffiti Decipher some Latin graffiti. 11:4:2
Forum notice Make a notice for the notice board in the forum at Pompeii. 4:5:7
Suggested activity, Could Activity involving creating a poster, newspaper article or radio show about 1G66,
it happen today?* a gladiatorial show.
8:8:3
The Advertisement Translate a poster advertising a gladiatorial show. 8:2:3
Riots* Looking at a report of the gladiatorial show riot in the style of a modern
newspaper.
8:8:5
Roving reporter* Create a newspaper article or radio programme on events in fabula
mirabilis.
7:2:9
About Pompeii* Use web sites to investigate the eruption of Vesuvius. 12:9:1
Topic Title Description Location
Being a global
community
controversia Latin story in which Greeks and Romans debate who is better and give their
reasons.
1T134-135,
10:2,
10:3
The riot at Pompeii Emperor as having ultimate power over Pompeii 1T111
tripodes argentei, ad
aulam, caerimonia
Series of Latin stories in which Romans attend the celebrations given by a
British king in honour of the Roman emperor. We see tension between
Romans and Britons. Discuss. Comprehension.
2T33-34, 2G20-
21,
2T46-47, 2G26,
2T48-49, 2G26-
The Romans in Britain English information about Rome’s conquest and occupation of Britain.
28
2T36-41, 2G22,
Discuss. Questions.
2I14
Salvius English information about Salvius’ role in governing Britain. 2T21

Cogidubnus, king of the
Regnenses
The palace at Fishbourne,
Royal residence for sale
English information about Rome’s use of client kings. Discuss. 2T55-57, 2G31
English description of a Roman palace for a British king. Discuss.
Questions. Design an estate agents advertisement for the palace.
Suggested activities As Salvius, report back to your emperor about your first 6 months in
Britain. Write to your emperor explaining the causes of a riot in
Alexandria. Say whether you would have preferred to live in Pompeii,
Britain or Alexandria, and why.
tumultus II Latin story in which we see tension between Greeks, Romans and Egyptians
in Alexandria. Discuss.
Egypt* English information section about the Romans’ exploitation of Egypt.
Discuss modern instances of corruption in public life.
2T68-73, 2G39-
40, 2I33,
2W16.7
2G24, 2G50
2T78-79, 2G45
2T108-109,
2G57
Alexandria English information about Egypt in Roman times. 2T86-91
Political, economic, environmental and social implications of this
Topic Title Description Location
Economic Slaves and freedmen English description of the empire as a source of slaves. 1T78
Searching for slaves Video including information about becoming a slave through conquest and
the slave trade.
6:3:7
Traders of Pompeii Video about Pompeii’s importance as a port. 3:8:2
coniuratio Latin story showing the treatment of slaves in the empire. Discuss. 2T7,
2G8-9
Britannia English information panel about the economy of British farms and slaves. 2T16-20, 2G13-
Discuss.
14
The Romans in Britain English description of Roman trade in Britain. Discuss. 2T37-38, 2G22
Suggested activity 1 As Salvius, write a report to your emperor about your first 6 months in
Britain, including economic aspects.
2G24

Alexandria English description of Alexandria as a trading port. Discuss. Label a map 2T86-89, 2G48,
charting trade in the ancient world.
2I41
Egypt English description of the Romans extracting revenues from its empire. 2T108-109
Religious The worship of Isis* English explanation of the worship of Isis and how it spread throughout the
ancient world. Discuss similarities with the spread of Christianity.
2T129, 2G68
Political controversia Latin story that refers to Rome’s peace-keeping role in its empire. 1T134-135,
10:2,
10:3
The Romans in Britain English description of Boudica’s revolt. Discuss. 2T38-39, 2G22
Alexandria English description of Rome’s efforts to keep peace in its empire. 2T89-90
Suggested activity 1 As the governor of Alexandria. write to your emperor, explaining a riot in
the city.
2G50
Alexandria Discuss contrasts between life in Pompeii, Britain and Alexandria. 2T48
Romanisation The Romans in Britain An English information panel about Romanisation in Britain. Discuss. 2T37-38, 2G22
Cogidubnus, king of the
Regnenses
English information about a British king’s support of the Romans. Discuss. 2T55-57, 2G31
The palace at Fishbourne An English description of a Roman-style palace for a British king. 2T69-73
British farms Activity looking at why some Britons rebuilt their homes in the Roman
style.
2W13.3
How many Britons learnt An activity looking at evidence for which kinds of Britons may have learnt 2W15.1
Latin?
Latin.
Britain under the Romans Activity looking at the different perspectives of Romanised and
unRomanised Britons.
2W15.4
General Medicine and science English description of Alexandria as the centre of science and learning in
the Roman world.
2T142