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K-4 -- Alternative Geography Assessment Items Gone Fishin’ Below are two topographical maps of Bass Lake, which is located in Northern Illinois. These maps show how deep the lake is in various places. The first map shows where fish were caught during a one week period in early May. The second map shows where they were caught during a one week period in late August. Study the maps and in the space below, write what you have learned about the way fish behave. EARLY MAY LATE AUGUST Classification: Nat. Std. 3, KS 1; State Std. 17 A