Elizabethan Family Life

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This source explains what life was like for families during the Elizabethan period. It says that the woman of the household were submissive to their husbands, marry to make the family wealthier, and produce children. The man of the household was in charge. The men made the decisions and made sure that their family socialized with families that had more money than they did. The children were cherished because many infants died. They were also taught manners and were respectful and submissive to their parents. Only boys were allowed to go to school, and wealthy families only let their girls learn at