What is the National Latin Exam?
First given in 1977, the National Latin Exam (NLE) is a test offered every year to Latin students in each of the 50 United States, as well as several other countries throughout the world. It is sponsored jointly by the American Classical League and the National Junior Classical League. At various levels, students are tested in grammar, comprehension, mythology, Roman life, and Roman history. They are also questioned on specific Latin passages of prose and poetry, depending on the test level. What are its benefits? Having had her Latin students participate for many years, Mrs. Anderson had an easy time persuading her fellow faculty members of its value to young scholars. It provides opportunities for our students to pursue specific academic achievement in a Liberal Art; it provides camaraderie in our student body, a sense of community and competition with the 135,000 other participants throughout the world, and a helpful excitement during preparation that hones the students’ desire and
