Being street smart is an important skillto have and a good way to take care of yourself.

Always carry your phone with you, but donot look at 1  whileyou are walking. Being able to communicate or call for help is important, so keepa list of useful numbers. But put your phone away while you are walking so thatyou can keep your 2 up and see what's going on around. If youdo need to check your phone, 3  andlook at it quickly.

Don't wear earphones4youare out. If you have to 5 something when you're out, use only oneearphone or play it at a very low volume(音量).

Travel with 6 or family members when possible and never go anywhere with a stranger.It's 7 to be careful with strangers. Remember notto get into a stranger's car if they call you over.

8 dark and out-of-the-wayplaces. Do not take short cuts through dark areas, even if it will make your tripmuch faster. If you have to go to unsafe places, go 9 someone you know or speak to someone over the phone while you are there.

Run and shout if you feel unsafe. Run awayas fast as you can towards a police station, hospital, or nearby business for 10 . Shout as loudly as you can to get the attention of people nearby.