Decide below if the sentence represents a CLAIM, EVIDENCE, or REASONING. According to the textbook, "The Nile provided water for the people of Egypt. It also created extremely fertile soil that grew crops essential for the people's survival. This is why the Greek historian, Herodotus, called Egypt "The gift of the Nile.

The transcontinental railroad provided a means of fast transportation. it cut a 6 month trip into 6 days, created jobs for many people and encouraged immigration. the homestead act played a huge role in western expansion; it allowed settlers to begin a fresh start, and gave them land in exchange for their residence for up to five years and a small fee.