What was the role of a father on a colonial American everyday life? I NEED THIS QUICK!

In all colonial families, the father served as head of the family ... In most families, particularly those in rural areas, fathers played the role of the religious heads of household, setting a standard by leading the family in daily prayer and guiding them in proper religious and social behaviors.

Father served as head of the family. Fathers plays an important role of the religious heads of house holds