Literal question
II. Household information
2. Characteristics of the dwelling
2. What is the predominant material used in the roof of the dwelling?
[] 1 Concrete roof
[] 2 Asbestos sheet
[] 3 Clay tile
[] 4 Metal sheet
[] 5 Straw, palm or other plant material
[] 6 Waste materials
[] 7 Other (specify) ____
Interviewer instructions
4.2.3 Household characteristics
These characteristics refer exclusively to single family [private] households.
The first two questions of this part of the ballot will be answered by the enumerator using simple observation, before introducing themselves to the occupants of the household; however, if there are any doubts, they can consult with the informant in the household.
2. Roof
What material is most of the roof on this household made out of? If the roof is covered with another type of material, the base material will be noted.
Concrete slabs:
Constructed with gravel, sand, cement and iron; a metal sheet covered with concrete falls into this category, as well as apartment roofs in buildings with two or more floors.
Asbestos sheets:
These sheets can be smooth, grooved or with other decorative forms.
Tile:
Tile is commonly made with fired tiles and sometimes cement.
Metal sheets:
Generally the sheet is grooved, and sometimes covered with clay tiles.
Straw, palm leaf or other vegetation:
This kind of material is used for building huts and shacks, usually located in rural areas.
Waste materials:
This type of material is found in poor housing.
Other:
Wood, canvas, etc.
