英语博客-北美风情 243 Canadian myths

 　　Many cultures around the world have traditional stories that have been told for many years. We were recently asked whether Canada has any interesting myths¹, so here’s an episode² all about our some of our stories. We talk about Canada’s Bigfoot, a flaming ghost ship, and our lost mines. You’ll have to judge for yourself whether you think these myths are true or not. Thanks to our listeners for suggesting such great topics!

　　Maura:So Canadians have their own Bigfoot. Interesting. Now, are there any other myths that you heard out West?

　　Harp:Yes. The other one—I love this one because I love his name—the Ogopogo.

　　Maura:OK. The Ogopogo. I have to say, I don’t think I’ve ever heard of that. What is it?

　　Harp:You’ve never heard of the Ogopogo?

　　Maura:No, tell me about it.

　　Harp:Well, the Ogopogo is a lake monster, and he exists in the Okanogan Lake.

　　Maura:OK. So, I have heard of the Loch Ness Monster, which is a really famous kind of thing—monster—that lives in Scotland. It’s the same idea then, right?

　　Harp:Exactly. The Ogopogo is similar to the Loch Ness Monster.

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n.神话( myth的名词复数 )；杜撰出来的人[事物]

参考例句：

• They drew the material of their plays chiefly from myths and legends. 他们主要从神话传说中提取剧本的素材。 来自《现代汉英综合大词典》
• Jasper White is one of rare people who believes in ancient myths. 贾斯珀。怀特是少有的相信古代神话的人之一。 来自新概念英语第二册

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n.（作品的一段）情节，插曲，系列事件中之一

参考例句：

• The episode was a huge embarrassment for all concerned.这段小插曲令所有有关人员都感到非常尴尬。
• This episode remains sharply engraved on my mind.这段经历至今仍深深地铭刻在我的心中。