Who makes up the legislative branch

Which of the following was not a way is not an example of new opportunities for women in the late 1800's?

All of the following statements point out negative aspects of the gilded age except: a. politicians gave government jobs to political supporters. b. political bosses cheated large cities out of millions of dollars. c. industrialists bribed members of congress to ensure favorable votes. d. in 1903, wisconsin became the first state to hold primary elections.

Why did lincoln inform the confederacy that he would not e sending troops or weapons as food supplies were sent to fort sumter?