Have you attended a town council meeting during the last 12 months
Do you have an identity card?
To what extent do you trust the Evangelical Church?
To what extent do you trust the Asamblea Nacional?
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Talking about other things, how often do you use the internet?
Do you or someone in your household (regularly) receive assistance in the form of money, food, or products from the government, not including pensions/social security?
And now, thinking about other topics. Do you think it's justified to interrupt a pregnancy, that is, to have an abortion, when the mother's health is in danger?
When you were a child, your parents or guardians would hit or physically punish you in some way to correct your misbehavior?
Do you think that to correct a child who misbehaves it is necessary to hit or physically punish them?
How many times did this occur?
Have there been any murders in that last 12 months in your neighborhood?
Has there been any extortion or blackmail in the past 12 months in your neighborhood?
Have there been sales of illegal drugs in the past 12 months in your neighborhood?
Were there burglaries in the last 12 months in your neighborhood?
In the last 12 months, out of fear of crime, have you organized with the neighbors of your community?
Could you tell me, in what place that last crime occurred?
Thinking of the last crime of which you were a victim, from the list I am going to read to you, what kind of crime was it?
Has any other person living in your household been a victim of any type of crime in the past 12 months? That is, has any other person living in your household been a victim of robbery, burglary, assault, fraud, blackmail, extortion, violent threats or any other type of crime in the past 12 months? (NA--Lives Alone)
How many times have you been a crime victim during the last 12 months?
Have you been a victim of any type of crime in the past 12 months? That is, have you been a victim of robbery, burglary, assault, fraud, blackmail, extortion, violent threats or any other type of crime in the past 12 months?
To what extent are you are you satisfied with the work of the Consejos Comunales, are you very satisfied, satisfied, dissatisfied, or very dissatisfied?
And do you think that the current level of social and political conflict in Venezuela is higher, the same, or lower than 12 months ago?
Do you think that in the coming months that the social and political in Venezuela will increase, stay the same, or decrease?
Do you think that the current level of social and political conflict in Venezuela is very low, low, neither low nor high, high, or very high?
And thinking about the missions....  Any Venezuelan can benefit from the missions, regardless of their political position. To what extent does this phrase reflect the reality of the missions nowadays?
There is also talk about inflation or high prices. In your opinion, is inflation a very serious problem, somewhat serious, a little serious, not serious, or it is not a problem?
How easy or hard has it been for you in the last 6 months to get the food and basic products that you consume the most in your home? [Read alternatives]
Many talk about the scarcity of food and basic products in Venezuela. Do you think that the scarcity of food and basic products in Venezuela is a very serious problem, somewhat serious, a little serious, not serious, or it is not a problem?
Now we will talk about the community councils. Any Venezuelan can participate in the Community Councils, regardless of their political position.  To what extent does this phrase reflect the reality of the community councils nowadays?
To what extent do you trust the community councils?
To what extent do you trust in the secret vote in Honduras?
Some say that, in general, people with dark skin are not good political leaders. Do you strongly agree, agree, disagree, or strongly disagree?
Some say that in general, men make better political leaders than women. Do you strongly agree, agree , disagree, or strongly disagree?
Why did you not vote in the last presidential election/generales?
Who did you vote for in the last presidential election of [year]?
If the next presidential elections were being held this week, what would you do?
Did you vote in the last presidential elections of [year]?
Which political party do you identify with?
Why did you cast a null or blank ballot in the last presidential/general election?
Do you currently identify with a political party?
Are you registered to vote?
Primary Sampling Unit
Unidad Primaria de Muestreo
Year, Country, Person ID
You would be willing to pay more taxes if they were used to give more to those who have less. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Do you think that the country's current economic situation is better than, the same as or worse than it was 12 months ago?
Would you say that the services the municipality is providing to the people are....?
Note your sex [interviewer]
Anotar el sexo suyo [entrevistador]
The same as Q1
Lo mismo que Q1
And the quality of public medical and health services? Are you....
And the quality of public schools? Are you....
And thinking about this city/area where you live, are you very satisfied, satisfied, dissatisfied, or very dissatisfied with the condition of the streets, roads, and highways?
The [country] government should implement strong policies to reduce income inequality between the rich and the poor. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
The (country) government, instead of the private sector, should own the most important enterprises and industries of the country. How much do you agree or disagree with this statement?
According to various studies, people with dark skin are poorer than the rest of the population. What do you think is the main reason for this?
Could you tell me if you have the following in your house-Motorcycle
Could you tell me if you have the following in your house-Microwave Oven
Could you tell me if you have the following in your house-Washing Machine
Could you tell me if you have the following in your house-Vehicle/car, How many?
Could you tell me if you have the following in your house-Cellular Telephone
Could you tell me if you have the following in your house-Landline / residential telephone (not cellular)
Could you tell me if you have the following in your house-Refrigerator
Could you tell me if you have the following in your house-Is your house connected to the sewage system?
Could you tell me if you have the following in your house-Internet Service in your Home
Could you tell me if you have the following in your house-Flat panel TV
Could you tell me if you have the following in your house-Computer
Could you tell me if you have the following in your house-Indoor Bathroom
Could you tell me if you have the following in your house-Indoor Plumbing
Could you tell me if you have the following in your house-Television
Could you please tell me how important is religion in your life?
What is your religion, if any?
In what year were you born?
Age
Edad
Do you have any intention of going to live or work in another country in the next three years?
How many people in total live in this household at this time?
How many children under the age of 13 live in this household?
Do you have children? How many?
What is your marital status?
Into which of the following income ranges does the total monthly income of this household fit, including remittances from abroad and the income of all the working adults and children?
How much money do you personally earn each month in your work or retirement or pension?
Over the past two years, has the income of your household
The salary that you receive and total household income....
El salario o sueldo que usted recibe y el total del ingreso de su hogar....
Do you or someone else living in your household receive remittances, that is, economic assistance from abroad?
Sex
In the last 12 months, have you participated in a demonstration or protest march?
Do you believe that the (nationality) government has the right to seize private property from a person on behalf of the "national interest," even if that person does not agree with it, or do you believe that the government does not have that right?
To what degree do you feel that the (nationality) government respects the private property of its citizens? Please use the same scale from 1 is "not at all" to 7 is "a lot."
And for [occupying or invading] a vacant lot. How likely is it that they would be punished by the authorities?
And for obtaining electricity (bypassing the meter) without paying? How likely is it that they would be punished by the authorities?
Buying pirated DVDs. How likely is it that they would be punished by the authorities?
Do you have a rental contract?
Does this home have a property title so that it is in your name, or is the title in the name of a bank or another institution?
Is the home in which you reside...
La vivienda que ocupa su hogar es...
And would you say that the political division among Venezuelans nowadays is much higher, higher, the same, lower, or much lower than 12 months ago?
Nowadays there is much talk that Venezuelans are divided.  In your opinion, how much political division is there today among Venezuelans? Tell me a number on the scale where 1 is that there is no political division among Venezuelans and 7 is that there is a great deal of political division
In general, are you very satisfied, satisfied, dissatisfied, or very dissatisfied with the performance of the police in your neighborhood?
How much interest do you have in politics?
In general, would you say that you are very satisfied, satisfied, dissatisfied or very dissatisfied with the way democracy works in (country)?
Do you think that the current level of violence in your neighborhood is higher, about the same, or lower than 12 months ago?
Do you think that the current level of violence in your neighborhood is higher, about the same, or lower than in other neighborhoods?
Do you see yourself as-- A calm and emotionally and stable person.
Usted se considera que es-- Una persona calmada y emocionalmente estable
Do you see yourself as-- An anxious and easily upset person.
How do you mainly spend your time? Are you currently...
In this job you are...
Have you sought assistance from or presented a request to any office, official or councilperson of the municipality within the past 12 months?
To what extent would you say the current administration combats (fights) government corruption?
To what extent would you say that the current administration is managing the economy well?
To what extent would you say the current administration improves citizen safety?
The Armed Forces ought to participate in combating crime and violence in [country]. How much do you agree or disagree?
To what extent do you believe that the Armed Forces of the United States of America ought to work together with the Armed Forces of (country) to improve national security?
Changing the topic a little, how much do you trust the Armed Forces of the United States of America?
The government of the United States. In your opinion, is it very trustworthy, somewhat trustworthy, not very trustworthy, or not at all trustworthy, or do you not have an opinion?
The government of Iran. In your opinion, is it very trustworthy, somewhat trustworthy, not very trustworthy, or not at all trustworthy, or do you not have an opinion?
The government of China. In your opinion, is it very trustworthy, somewhat trustworthy, not very trustworthy, or not at all trustworthy, or do you not have an opinion?
Speaking in general of the current administration, how would you rate the job performance of President [NAME]?
To begin, in general how satisfied are you with your life?
What is your mother tongue, that is, the language you spoke first at home when you were a child?
Now, to change the subject....  On this card there is a 1-10 scale that goes from left to right. The number one means left and 10 means right. Nowadays, when we speak of political leanings, we talk of those on the left and those on the right. In other words, some people sympathize more with the left and others with the right. According to the meaning that the terms "left" and "right" have for you, and thinking of your own political leanings, where would you place yourself on this scale? Tell me the number.
Do you believe that when the country is facing very difficult times it is justifiable for the president/prime minister of the country to close the Congress/Parliament and govern without Congress/Parliament?
And speaking of the people from around here, would you say that people in this community are very trustworthy, somewhat trustworthy, not very trustworthy or untrustworthy...?
Differences in income in [country] are too big. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Changing the subject again, democracy may have problems, but it is better than any other form of government.  To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Suppose someone enters your home to burglarize it and you call the police. How long do you think it would take the police to arrive at your house on a typical day around noon?
Suppose now that your house catches fire. How long do you think it would take the firefighters to arrive at your house on a typical day around noon?
Questionnaire Number
Language of questionnaire
Do you think that your economic situation is better than, the same as, or worse than it was 12 months ago?
And which internet portal do you visit the most frequently to inform yourself about the situation of the country?
And do you think that (NAME OF THE MEDIUM MENTIONED IN HAICR1TV) informs about the situation of the country in an objective and impartial manner always, almost always, sometimes, almost never, or never?
And which television channel do you most frequenty watch to inform yourself about the situation of the country?
And do you think that (NAME OF THE MEDIUM MENTIONED IN HAICR1WEB) informs about the situation of the country in an objective and impartial manner always, almost always, sometimes, almost never, or never?
And do you think that (NAME OF THE MEDIUM MENTIONED IN HAICR1RAD) informs about the situation of the country in an objective and impartial manner always, almost always, sometimes, almost never, or never?
And which radio station do you listen to most frequntly to inform yourself about the situation of the country?
And do you think that (NAME OF THE MEDIUM MENTIONED IN HAIRCR1DIA) informs about the situation of the country in an objective and impartial manner always, almost always, sometimes, almost never, or never?
And which newspaper do you read most frequently to inform yourself about the situation of the country?
Could you tell me, how do you principally inform yourself about the situation of the country?
On which continent is Nigeria?  Answer = Africa
Correct 2014 answer / la respuesta correcta -- VEN 164
Respondent answered correctly
How many [representatives/members/MPs] does the [lower house or only chamber of Congress/Parliament] have?
How long is the [presidential/prime ministerial/government's] term of office in [country]?
What is the name of the current president of the United States of America? [Barack Obama or Obama]
About how often do you pay attention to the news, whether on TV, the radio, newspapers or the internet?
Changing the subject again, some say that when there is not enough work, men should have a greater right to jobs than women. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Please indicate the format in which THIS specific questionnaire was completed.
The influence that the United States has on our country is very positive, positive, negative, or very negative?
In general, the influence that China has on our country is very positive, positive, negative, or very negative?
Again thinking about only our country, how much influence does the United States have in our country?
And thinking now only of our country, how much influence do you think that China has in our country?
In your opinion, which of the following countries ought to be the model for the future development of our country?
And within 10 years, in your opinion which of the following countries will have most influence in Latin America/ Caribbean?
Now we are going to talk about your views with respect to some countries. Which of the following countries has the most influence in Latin America/ Caribbean?
Do you think that in Venezuela, people speak freely with their neighbors without fear about political events in favor or against the government, or are they scared about speaking freely?
How satisfied are you with freedom of expression in this country? [Read the alternatives]
And how worried are you about the safety of children in school? Would you say a lot, somewhat, a little, or not at all?
And in general, how worried are you that someone in your family will be assaulted on public transportation? Would you say a lot, somewhat, a little, or not at all?
In order to protect yourself from crime, in the last 12 months, have you taken any measures such as avoiding walking through some areas in your neighborhood because they are dangerous?
Taking into account your own experience or what you have heard, corruption among public officials is...
In the last twelve months, did any government employee ask you for a bribe?
In the last twelve months, did any soldier or military officer ask you for a bribe?
Has a police officer asked you for a bribe in the last twelve months?
Do you think given the way things are, sometimes paying a bribe is justified?
NA= No tiene hijos en la escuela or colegio / No child in school
Have you had to pay a bribe at school in the last twelve months?
In order to be seen in a hospital or a clinic in the last twelve months, did you have to pay a bribe?
Did you have to pay a bribe to the courts in the last twelve months?
NA= No tiene trabajo / Does not have job
In your work, have you been asked to pay a bribe in the last twelve months?
NA= No ha tramitado / No official dealings
In the last twelve months, to process any kind of document in your municipal government, like a permit for example, did you have to pay any money above that required by law?
Do you consider yourself white, mestizo, indigenous, black, mulatto, or of another race?
In your opinion, what should be given higher priority-- protecting the environment, or promoting economic growth?
You feel that you understand the most important political issues of this country. How much do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Those who govern this country are interested in what people like you think.  How much do you agree or disagree with this statement?
And what educational level did your mother/mom complete?
Years of Schooling
Of people participating in legal demonstrations. How much do you approve or disapprove?
Of people participating in a group working to violently overthrow an elected government. How much do you approve or disapprove?
Of people taking the law into their own hands when the government does not punish criminals. How much do you approve or disapprove?
Of people participating in the blocking of roads to protest. Using the same scale, how much do you approve or disapprove?
His wife is unfaithful.  Would you approve of the husband hitting his wife, or would you not approve but understand, or would you neither approve nor understand?
His wife neglects the household chores.  Would you approve of the husband hitting his wife, or would you not approve but understand, or would you neither approve nor understand?
Please, tell me if the following situations are a problem that is very serious, somewhat serious, a little serious, not serious at all, or are not a problem in your neighborhood. Young people or children in the street doing nothing, wandering around here in your neighborhood
Please, tell me if the following situations are a problem that is very serious, somewhat serious, a little serious, not serious at all, or are not a problem in your neighborhood. Shootings here in your neighborhood
Which of the following statements do you agree with the most--For people like me it doesn't matter whether a government is democratic or non-democratic, or Democracy is preferable to any other form of government, or Under some circumstances an authoritarian government may be preferable to a democratic one.
Do you think that our country needs a government with an iron fist, or do you think that problems can be resolved with everyone's participation?
How strongly do you approve or disapprove of same-sex couples having the right to marry?
And now, changing the topic and thinking of homosexuals, how strongly do you approve or disapprove of such people being permitted to run for public office?
How strongly do you approve or disapprove of such people appearing on television to make speeches?
Still thinking of those who only say bad things about the (country) form of government, how strongly do you approve or disapprove of such people being permitted to run for public office?
How strongly do you approve or disapprove that such people be allowed to conduct peaceful demonstrations in order to express their views? Please read me the number.
There are people who only say bad things about the (country) form of government, not just the incumbent government but the system of government. How strongly do you approve or disapprove of such people's right to vote? Please read me the number from the scale
During the last two years, have you participated as a player with other people in the practice of a sport?
Please tell me if you attend meetings of these organizations at least once a week, once or twice a month, once or twice a year, or never. Meetings of a community improvement committee or association? Do you attend them....
Please tell me if you attend meetings of these organizations at least once a week, once or twice a month, once or twice a year, or never. Meetings of a parents' association at school? Do you attend them....
Please tell me if you attend meetings of these organizations at least once a week, once or twice a month, once or twice a year, or never. Meetings of any religious organization? Do you attend them....
In the last 12 months have you tried to help solve a problem in your community or in your neighborhood? Please, tell me if you did it at least once a week, once or twice a month, once or twice a year, or never in the last 12 months?
In order to solve your problems have you ever requested help or cooperation from a local public official or local government  for example [country specific example]?
Please tell me if you attend meetings of these organizations at least once a week, once or twice a month, once or twice a year, or never. Meetings of associations or groups of women or home makers? Do you attend them....
Meetings of some community council?  Do you attend....
Please tell me if you attend meetings of these organizations at least once a week, once or twice a month, once or twice a year, or never. Meetings of a political party or political organization? Do you attend them....
Without asking, please use the Color Chart and indicate the number that is closest to the color of the skin of the face of the respondent
Using the Color Chart, note the color of your skin [interviewer]
Usando la Paleta de Colores, anote el color de piel suyo [entrevistador].
When you shop in a local [store/shop] in your neighborhood, even if you do not ask for it, would you receive a receipt/cash register receipt/invoice
And thinking about the last presidential/general elections of [year], did someone offer you something, like a favor, gift or any other benefit in return for your vote or support?
Thinking of the last national elections/general election of [year], any candidate or political party offered a favor, gift, or other benefit to a person whom you know in exchange for that person's support or vote?
To what extent do you think that one should support the political system of (country)?
To what extent do you trust elections in this country?
To what extent do you feel proud of living under the political system of [country]?
To what extent do you believe that the [nationality]  Armed Forces respect [nationality] human rights nowadays?
To what extent do you trust the local or municipal government?
To what extent do you think that citizens' basic rights are well protected by the political system of (country)?
To what extent do you trust the President/Prime Minister?
To what extent do you trust the political parties?
To what extent do you trust the Catholic Church?
To what extent do you respect the political institutions of (country)?
To what extent do you trust the National Police?
To what extent do you trust the Armed Forces?
To what extent do you trust the justice system?
To what extent do you think the courts in (country) guarantee a fair trial?
In your opinion, what should be done to reduce crime in a country like ours?
To what extent do you think your neighborhood is affected by gangs? Would you say a lot, somewhat, a little or none?
If you were a victim of a robbery or assault how much faith do you have that the judicial system would punish the guilty?
Speaking of the neighborhood where you live and thinking of the possibility of being assaulted or robbed, do you feel very safe, somewhat safe, somewhat unsafe or very unsafe?
In your opinion, what is the most serious problem faced by the country?
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For more information and details about the sample design, please consult the technical and country reports through a link on the LAPOP website: www.AmericasBarometer.org.
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Question asked in ODD Questionnaires
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All data are copyrighted by the Latin American Public Opinion Project (LAPOP) and may only be used with the         explicit written permission of LAPOP, normally via a license or repository agreement (see our web page for         instructions, www.LapopSurveys.org). Data sets may never be disseminated to third parties.
All data are deidentified and regulated by the Institutional Review Board (IRB) of Vanderbilt University. They         may be used only by those who have fulfilled all IRB requirements.
For more information and details about the sample design, please consult the technical and country reports         through a link on the LAPOP website: www.AmericasBarometer.org.