1.They were not allowed to vote and lost most control of their property (if they had any to begin with) in marriage. They could not divorce, and even single women could not make contracts, sue anyone, or be sued, at least until the late 18th century.
2 During most of American history, women’s lives in most states were circumscribed by common law brought to North America by English colonists
3 they were not aloud to vote and lost most control of their property
4 Referent power is about gaining others’ followership because they respect you, they want your approval, and they want to be like you
