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Roman City Life
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Literature Study Requirements
OCR GCSE Classical Civilisation (J199) — Roman City Life
What You Need to Know
Analyze plot, characterisation, events, and settings in the prescribed Roman literature.
Distinguish between and evaluate core themes within these texts.
Assess the form, purpose, and genre of Roman satire and epistolary literature.
Apply knowledge of Roman cultural contexts to inform textual interpretations.
Synthesize textual evidence to understand the social and historical landscape of Rome.
Consider how various ancient audiences might have reacted to these literary works.
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Techniques of Literary Analysis: Plot, Character, and Theme
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Form, Purpose, and Genre: Satire and Epistolary Literature
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Historical Context and Audience Reception
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