Literal question
Only for occupied dwellings [applies to questions 3 to 7]
3. What is the predominant construction material of the dwelling?
B. Roof covering
[] 1 Zinc, copper, or galvanized iron
[] 2 Slate
[] 3 Tile
[] 4 Wooden tile
[] 5 Tar corrugated paper sheets
[] 6 Flat straw
[] 7 Other material (specify)
Interviewer instructions
Questions 3 through 16 will only be asked for occupied private dwellings.
What is the predominant construction material?
Specify the predominant construction material used in the construction of exterior walls, roofs, and floors. When in doubt, consult with the occupants of the dwelling. If more than one material was used in the construction, reference only the one used in greatest proportion. For example, if the roof has 1/4 slate covering and 3/4 tiles, mark only "Tiles."
A. In the exterior walls?: indicate the predominant material, taking into account all of the exterior walls of the dwelling.
B. In the roof covering?: do as in the previous case. For buildings more than one story tall, indicate the covering of the building's roof.
C. In the floor?: indicate the predominant material, taking into account all of the floors of the dwelling.
[The above directions refer to a picture of question 3 in this section of the enumeration form.]
