The author’s claim is supported by the fact that Roman women had considerable authority within their households, managing domestic affairs, finances, and even the education of their children. In contrast, Greek women, especially during the time of Pericles, were often confined to the home and had limited freedom or involvement in public life. Roman women could own property, engage in business, and influence family matters, whereas Greek women had fewer rights and were typically expected to remain under the control of their male guardians. This significant difference highlights the greater domestic power and social influence Roman women held compared to their Greek counterparts.
Read the quote about women in Roman society. “[T]he position of the Roman matron was quite different from that of the Greek matron in the time of Pericles. The Roman matron was mistress in her own household. As the husband took charge of all external transactions, so the wife was supreme in household arrangements.” —James Donaldson, Woman; Her Position and Influence in Ancient Greece and Rome Based on your knowledge of the role of women in the Roman republic, provide evidence to prove the author’s claim that the position of Roman women was different from that of Greek women. (4 points) make it really simple and in 3-5 sentences
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