The english document that laid the groundwork for judges in the us to rule based on precedent is known as the

I believe the answer is: Commentaries on the Law of England

Commentaries on the Law of England consist of personal opinion made by  Sir William Blackstone, regarding  the fundamental rights of people, the rights of things, of private wrongdoings and of public wrongdoings. The early American Legislators used these commentaries as guideline to establish our initial laws after we obtain our independence.

food and resources were plentiful.

women were encouraged to marry later in life so they could work in factories.