The following documents consist of a break-down of all the key themes found within the epic and of the characters. Quotes are found alongside analysis of passages, with supporting scholarship where appropriate. These have been designed for ‘The World of the Hero’ Paper (OCR: A-Level Classical Civilisation). Themes that are included: Moral values implicit in the Aeneid (including pietas and furor) Importance of Fate and Destiny Portrayal of War Portrayal of Different Nations Role of the Immortals Family Friendship Relationship between Mortals and Immortals Relationships between Men and Women Relationships between Parents and Children Role of Women (and their position in society) Historical and Political Context (Promotion of Augustus, Promotion of the Roman Empire, Augustus’ rise to power) NB: David West’s translation has been used when creating this document

Myth and Religion (designed for the OCR GCSE Classical Civilisations specification) - a set of 21 revision quizzes which cover all eight topics covered within the course. Each quiz has a set of 10 questions which cover a previous one/two lessons. These can be used as part of retrieval practice and allows students to identify any areas of knowledge that they do not fully understand. They are tagged together so students have a pack of 21 revision cards / 210 key facts that cover the whole study

A breakdown of all prescribed (and non-prescribed) visual and literary sources into topic sections (see below) for the OCR A-Level Classical Civilisation Specification for ‘Greek Religion,’ intended for the use of A-Level students. The topics included are: Nature of the Olympian Gods Personal Experience of the Divine Religion and Society Places of Worship Rituals and Priests Religion and Philosophy This document is intended to highlight the sources which would be most relevant to include in essay questions, particularly the short-essay and extended response.

A knowledge organiser which includes a brief overview of key characters, themes and context. This has been designed for the use of AS/A Level students studying the OCR specification for ‘World of the Hero’

A summary sheet for OCR Classical Civilisations specification for ‘Greek Religion,’ covering ‘Religion and Society’ . It has been designed for the use of A Level students.

This is an A3 sheet that summarises how best to approach the questions for the OCR AS/A-Level specification for ‘World of the Hero,’ with a breakdown of what each question requires and what should be incoorporated.

The following mid-response answer is focused on the extent to which Dido can be percieved as admirable but unlikeable. It can be used as an example essay after mocks or as a source of revision for students , intended to be used by AS/A-Level students studying the OCR Classical Civilisation ‘World of the Hero’ specification.

The following revision guide has been designed for OCR Classical Civilisations: Imperial Image and is intended for use by AS and A-Level students. It covers all five sections of the course: Octavian Comes to Rome Power Struggle Augustus’ Reign Augustus’ Legacy Later Representations of Augustus At the end of the guide, there are: Test Yourself Revision Questions Exam Overview Timeline Example Essay Questions that are listed from previous exam papers which students can complete Glossary List of Prescribed Sources Key Individuals It has been attached as both a PDF and Word Document

A knowledge organiser which includes a brief overview of key characters, themes and context. This has been designed for the use of AS/A Level students studying the OCR specification for ‘World of the Hero’

Designed for the OCR A-Level Classical Civilisations specification for Greek Religion. The following mindmaps provide a brief overview of key facts relating to the three sites that were used for personal worship (Asclepions, Dodona and the Eleusis). These are intended to be used as a source of revision

A comparative list of differences between Julius Caesar and Augustus (Octavian). Useful for when studying the OCR Specification for ‘Imperial Image’ (Topic 1 - Octavian Comes to Rome).

A summary sheet for OCR Classical Civilisations specification for ‘Imperial Image,’ covering 1.1: Octavian Comes to Rome. It has been designed for the use of AS/A Level students and includes relevant scholarly views and prescribed sources.

A summary sheet for OCR Classical Civilisations specification for ‘Imperial Image,’ covering Augustus’ reign. It has been designed for the use of AS/A Level students and includes relevant scholarly views and prescribed sources.

A timeline that provides a basic outline of the events of the epic, in chronological order

Descriptive terms and phrases for the major characters in Virgil’s Aeneid, useful for analysis and essay-writing

A selection of essays for A-Level students studying the OCR Classical Civilisation specification for ‘World of the Hero.’ These essays are intended to be used as part of revision

A selection of essays for A-Level students studying the OCR Classical Civilisation specification for ‘World of the Hero.’ These essays are intended to be used as part of revision

Dido’s characterisation and portrayal throughout Virgil’s Aeneid summary sheet

A list of ambitious vocabulary and short definitions of words in relation to the characterisation of Dido. Hopefully this is useful for students aiming for the top grades.