South Bass Island

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/south-bass-island

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Where is South Bass Island?Western Lake Erie, Ottawa County, Ohio, United States
2. How many people live in South Bass Island?Approximately 1,000 permanent residents; seasonal population can exceed 10,000
3. How big is South Bass Island?Approximately 3 square miles (7.8 square kilometers)
4. What language do people speak in South Bass Island?English
5. When was South Bass Island built?Settlement and tourism development began in the 19th century
6. What is the main village?Put-in-Bay

Limnology: The scientific study of the physical, chemical, and biological features of lakes and other inland waters.
Doric Column: A type of classical Greek column characterized by a simple, sturdy design with a plain capital and no base.
Amity: A friendly relationship between people or countries; friendship.