Secure house

Mr. and Mrs. Hog are going on a vac ation soon. They are very excited

as it will be their first trip to Europe. They are a little concerned

because there have been several robberies in their neighborhood

lately. Mr. Hog called the police station and asked them how to

prevent their house from being broken into while they were on

Vacation. The police officer told him to check that all the doors and

windows were locked. He told him to ask a neighbor to turn on some

lights at night and take in the mail. He also told him he should not tell

too many people that they would be going aw ay. They feel better

after speaking to the police officer. They want to feel that their hoUse

is safe so that they can enjoy their vacation.

True or False:

Mr. and Mrs. Hog are going to Europe.

The police officer told them to lock all the doors and windows.

Their hoUse was broken into recently.

They will ask their neighbor to turn on some lights at night.

They must tell everyone they know that they are going away.

What do you think?

Do you think the police officer gave Mr. and Mrs. Hog good advice?

Can you give them any additional advice?