成人英语三级阅读理解(74)

Bells are often used as a warning of danger. Obviously, the fact they are easy to hear makes them perfect for the job. But just as important is the age old beliefs in most European countries that the sound of a bell can turn away an approaching storm, deflect lightning or tame a tornado.

钟还经常用来警告危险。显然，钟最能胜任这项工作是因为容易让人听见。但另一同样重要的原因是，在许多欧洲国家有个非常古老的说法，即钟声能使即将来临的暴风雨移开，使闪电转向，使龙卷风驯服。