Preview
How do all kinds of crimes affect people's lives and are there any effective ways to protect ourselves? This unit may give you some hints about the answers. First, we are introduced to a crime that has reached epidemic proportions — identity theft. Through a real-life story we see its devastating consequences for victims. Next, we travel to Africa and see how traditional religion shapes the way communities deal with crime. The final passage is a pickpocket's personal account of his criminal career. He also tells people how to avoid being pickpocketed to make up for the harm he has done to his victims. We hope the three essays may help you better protect yourselves.
