I ring loud without wearing a band, command an entire school to move without speaking, and announce when class begins or ends. What am I?
A school bell
A school bell relies on mechanical clappers or electronic chimes to produce a ringing sound rather than wearing a decorative finger band. Its loud chime signals students and teachers to clear the hallways and transition between scheduled class periods.
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