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Security The Land of the Lock Thinking about: What is the major security problem on campus? What can be done to better the situation? Making Predictions: What does the title mean? What is the text about? 路不拾遗，夜不闭户 No one picked up and pocketed anything lost on the road, while no family had the need to bolt the doors at night. Text Organization Part I Paras 1-3 In America, the era of leaving the front door on the latch has drawn to a close. Text Organization Part II Paras 4-15 A new atmosphere of fear and distrust creeps into every aspect of daily life. Text Organization Part III Paras 16-19 By locking our fears out, we become prisoners of our own making. Cultural Notes In the United States today, Americans are growing more concerned with their security. It is reported that the crime rate is soaring. To help people protect themselves from crime, police departments in many states have offered to citizens safety tips, such as how to protect yourself when using a bank’s automated teller machine, (to be continued) (continued) how to protect yourself from a carjacking, how to protect yourself from motor vehicle theft, how to protect yourself in parking garages, how to safeguard your home while on vacation, and how to protect yourself while walking at night. Here is one set of tips in detail. Tips: Avoid walking or running alone at night. Instead go walking or jogging with a friend. Don’t use headphones while walking, driving or jogging. Always walk in well-lighted areas. Always stay near the curb. Tips: Avoid the use of short cuts. After dark, keep away from large bushes or doorways where someone could be lurking. Do not display cash openly, especially when leaving an ATM. Tips: If someone in a vehicle stops and asks for directions, answer from a distance. Do not approach the vehicle. If followed, go immediately to an area with lights and people. If needed, turn around and walk in the oppos