3a Look at the title of the text, the photograph and

3a Look at the title of the text, the photograph and headings 1-4 in Ex. 3b. What is the text about? Read through and check.
A First things first, ALWAYS trust your instincts! Lets say you are walking your dog 1 .......a lonely road one evening and you suddenly get the feeling that you are being watched. Well, that could be your intuition 2 .....you that it would be a good idea to get 3 ......a busier road as quickly as possible. Also, if you ever do find yourself in a threatening situation, dont do anything that could 4 .....the situation worse. If a mugger tries to snatch your bag in the street, for example, give it to him immediately without putting up a fight. If you try to fight or run, the attacker could become violent and you could end 5 ..... getting hurt. In the same 6 ......., if a stranger in the street or even someone you know says something insulting to you, dont say something rude back. Just walk away calmly without getting into a fight. Basically, dont take risks!
B Avoid a possible attack before it happens by using your common sense! This means always walking in well-lit, busy 7 ....... never taking short cuts through lonely streets, making sure friends and family know where you are and when you will be back and always having your mobile phone with you. Also, dont forget to walk fast and confidently, because attackers usually 8 .... vulnerable targets Lastly, whenever possible, dont go out alone at night, and if you ever have to travel alone on public transport, always sit near the driver - and stay awake.
C lf you ever do get attacked, dont think that you can just beat your attacker with an expert karate kick like the ones youve seen in the movies, poke him or her in the eyes with your keys and run 9 .......! An attacker will usually be ready because they will expect you to do these things. The only answer, then, is to take a self-defence class. A good self-defence instructor will teach you special techniques such as how to surprise your attacker. You will also have time to practise your moves so that you wont panic 10 ......an attack you will know exactly what to do! So, contact your police station or local community centre to find out where you can take a class.