Who was the paterfamilias in early Rome?

A: descendants of the family

B: a boy's father

C: a boy's grandfather

D: the oldest living male in a family

Hello, Your answer will be (D) The oldest living male in a family.

Explanation:

The Paterfamilias was known to be the head of a Roman Family. He was the oldest living male in the family and used to exercise his authority over everyone in his family. It was the responsibility of paterfamilias to raise health children as the future of Rome and to honor his clan. Have a Great Day!