Roman-Greek Links

This comparison worksheet is designed for students in Grades 7 and 8 to strengthen understanding of classical allusions, mythology, and cultural continuity through The Aeneid. Learners complete a structured chart pairing Roman figures, names, and episodes with their Greek counterparts-such as Juno/Hera, Venus/Aphrodite, Jupiter/Zeus, Neptune/Poseidon, and key mythic events-building background knowledge that deepens comprehension of epic literature and its shared mythological foundations.

Learning Goals

• Identifying Classical Allusions (Grades 7-8)
  Students recognize how Roman characters and episodes connect to earlier Greek mythology.
• Comparative Mythology Understanding
  Learners analyze similarities and differences between Greek and Roman interpretations of gods and myths.
• Integration of Knowledge & Ideas
  Activities reinforce how Virgil draws on Homeric tradition to shape Roman epic identity.
• Strengthening Literary Context
  Students build foundational knowledge that supports comprehension of later classical and world literature.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource
  Designed by educators to align with middle school ELA, world literature, and social studies standards.
• Clear Chart-Based Organization
  Side-by-side pairing supports visual learners and accurate comparison.
• Supports Research & Reference Skills
  Encourages use of notes, glossaries, or prior readings to confirm connections.
• Cross-Curricular Application
  Ideal for integrating literature study with history and mythology units.
• Printable & No-Prep
  Easy to implement in classroom or homeschool settings.

This Roman-Greek Links worksheet helps students see how The Aeneid builds on and transforms Greek myth to create a Roman epic tradition. By pairing figures and episodes across cultures, learners strengthen mythological literacy, comparative reasoning, and appreciation for classical influence on literature and history. Whether used as an introductory activity or a review tool, this printable resource provides meaningful practice connecting Greek and Roman mythology.

This worksheet is part of our Aeneid collection.