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The HU-EF Barometer 2024 – Surveys conducted in Feb.-March 2024

 

SURVEY IN ISRAEL

  • 28 questions, on-line
  • No screening questions, IR=100%, representative sample
  • Adults ages 18+
  • 500 participants Jews population + 250 participants from the Arab sector + 250 participants from the orthodox sector.
  • All of them agreed to sign the consent.

 

  1. In your opinion, is Israel more like a European country, a Middle Eastern country or a country like the United States? Single answer
  1. More like a European country
  2. More like a Middle Eastern country
  3. A country like the United States
  4. Don’t know.

 

  1. To what extend do you agree or disagree with the statement: “The EU is, in general, a success”.

Please use the scale 1-5, where 5 means "totally agree" and 1 means "not agree at all”

 

  1. Are you currently thinking of relocating to a county in Europe? If yes, please specify to which one: ________________ open-ended
  2.  

Which one of the following countries do you consider a friend of Israel? Multiple answers. Rotation

  1. Poland
  2. Germany
  3. France
  4. Great Britain
  5. The Netherlands
  6. None of the above
  7. Don’t know

 

  1. Which of these countries do you consider to be the most antisemitic- please choose 1 country: Single answer. Rotation
    1. France
    2. Poland
    3. Germany
    4. Great Britain
    5. The Netherlands
    6. Don’t know
    7. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. Please choose another 2 countries you consider to be antisemitic? Choose 2 answers. Rotation. Show only answers the participant didn’t answer in previous question.
    1. France
    2. Poland
    3. Germany
    4. Great Britain
    5. The Netherlands
    6. Don’t know
    7. Prefer not to answer.

 

 

  1. Do you think any of these countries (Germany, France, Great Britain) should play a role as a mediator between Israel and other countries in the Middle East? Single answer
  1. Yes
  2. No
  3. Don’t know.
  4. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. Some people claim that criticism of Israel is a form of anti-Semitism. On the other hand, other people think that Israel can be criticized without being considered anti-Semitic. Which of these opinions do you agree with more? Single answer
  1. I think that criticism of Israel is a form of anti-Semitism
  2. I think that Israel can be criticized without being considered anti-Semitic
  3. I think sometimes like this and sometimes like this
  4. Do not know
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. In Parliaments of several EU countries there are far-right wing parties, some of which support Israel when it comes to the Israeli- Palestinians conflict. Do you agree or disagree with the statement that Israel's representatives should maintain ties with such parties? Single answer
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Somewhat agree
  3. Agree only if they support Israel
  4. Somewhat disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
  6. Do not know
  7. Prefer not to answer.

 

 

  1. Have you visited one or more of these countries (Germany, France, Great Britain, Poland? Please specify whether you visited only once or several times the same country. Grid question

Germany: 1. Didn’t visited; 2. Visited only once; 3. Visited several times.

France: 1. Didn’t visited; 2. Visited only once; 3. Visited several times

Great Britain: 1. Didn’t visited; 2. Visited only once; 3. Visited several times

Poland: 1. Didn’t visited; 2. Visited only once; 3. Visited several times

 

  1. When you think of Jews living in Europe today, do you think that their situation in the future will improve, worsen, or will not change? Single answer
  1. I think their situation will improve in the future
  2. I think their situation will be worsen in the future
  3. I think their situation will not change in the future
  4. Do not know
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

 

Now we would like to ask you eight questions regarding Germany and the relations between Germany and Israel

 

  1. To what extend do you agree or disagree with the statement: the relations between Israel and Germany can be defined as normal relations between countries?

Please use the scale 1-5, where 5 means "totally agree" and 1 means "not agree at all”

 

  1. Do you think today´s Germany is a “different Germany” compared to the era before 1945? Single answer
  1. Yes
  2. No
  3. Do not know
  4. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. Do you think that the memory of the Holocaust affects German policy towards Israel? Single answer
  1. Yes, in a positive way
  2. Yes, but in a negative way
  3. No effects at all.
  4. Do not know
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. Please imagine you're in the store to buy a particular product, and the store has products made in different countries. Which of the following sentences best describes your decision? Single answer
  1. I would prefer to buy a German product.
  2. I will buy the product according to quality or price, regardless of country.
  3. I will buy a German product only if it is much better or much cheaper.
  4. Under no circumstances will I buy a German-made product
  5. Do not know.
  6. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. Is hearing the German language in the public sphere (TV shows, guest speeches in the Knesset, plays) something that bothers you, personally? Single answer
  1. Does not bother me.
  2. Depends on the situation.
  3. Bothers me
  4. Do not know.
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

 

  1. Which of the following sentences are closer to what do you think about Israelis living in Germany? Single answer
  1. Israelis can live wherever they want in the world, it doesn't bother me.
  2. It's okay for me that Israelis live in other countries, but I think they shouldn't live in Germany.
  3. Israelis should only live in Israel.

 

  1. In Germany, the far-right party AFD has gained significant power. Do you consider this as a dangerous development?  Single answer
  1. Yes, totally.
  2. Yes, but not more than in other European countries,
  3. No.
  4. Do not know.
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. In August 2023, a $3.5 billion sale of Israel's Arrow-3 anti-ballistic missile defense system to Germany was approved. What comes to your mind? Multiple answers
  1. The historical paradox: Israel defends Germany,
  2. The historical lesson “remember what Amalek did to you”.
  3. Pride of the Israeli military industry,
  4. None of the above.
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

 

Now we would like to ask you three questions regarding Poland and the relations between Poland and Israel

 

  1. To what extend do you agree or disagree with the statement: the relations between Israel and Poland can be defined as normal relations between countries?

Please use the scale 1-5, where 5 means "totally agree" and 1 means "not agree at all”

 

  1. Do you see the Poles as being responsible for the destruction of their Jewish neighbors during the Holocaust? Single answer
  1. Yes, exactly like the Germans.
  2. Only partly
  3. They too were victims.
  4. Do not know.
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. Do you think that the study trip of Israeli schoolchildren to Poland should continue? Single answer
  1. Yes, without reservation.
  2. Only under condition that Israeli guides are in charge,
  3. They should stop.
  4. Do not know.
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

 

 

 

Now we would like to ask you two questions regarding France and the relations between France and Israel

 

  1. To what extend do you agree or disagree with the statement: the relations between Israel and France can be defined as normal relations between countries?

Please use the scale 1-5, where 5 means "totally agree" and 1 means "not agree at all”

 

  1. How much is your opinion of France today influenced tainted by the dark hours of the Vichy regime under the Nazi-occupation?  Single answer
  1. To a Great Extent
  2. Somewhat
  3. Very Little
  4. Not at All
  5. Do not know.
  6. Prefer not to answer.

 

 

Now we would like to ask you two questions regarding Great Britain and the relations between Great Britain and Israel

 

  1. To what extend do you agree or disagree with the statement: the relations between Israel and Great Britain can be defined as normal relations between countries?

Please use the scale 1-5, where 5 means "totally agree" and 1 means "not agree at all”

 

  1. Do you believe Brexit to be the better alternative for the UK? Single answer
  1. To a Great Extent
  2. Somewhat
  3. Very Little
  4. Not at All
  5. Do not know.
  6. Prefer not to answer.

 

Last question, regarding the Hamas attack on the 7th of October

 

  1. Which of the following sentences are closer to what you think about the Hamas attack against Israel on the 7th of October? Single answer. Rotation between answers 1-3
  1. This is part of another round of attacks between the two sides, same as in the past years
  2. This is a completely different war, not similar to anything else in the past
  3. This reminds me of the holocaust. 
  4. Don’t know.
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

 

+ All relevant demographics questions

SURVEY IN POLAND

  • 17 questions, on-line,
  • No screening questions, IR=100%
  • Adults ages 18+
  • 1,000 participants that agreed to sign the consent, representative sample

 

 

Poland

Region1

Centralny

 

21%

Region2

Makroregion Pólnocno Zachodni

 

16%

Region3

Makroregion Pólnocny

 

15%

Region4

Makroregion Poludniowo Zachodni

 

10%

Region5

Makroregion Poludniowy

 

21%

Region6

Wschodni

 

17%

 

 

Male

49%

Female

51%

 

 

18-44

45%

45-65

35%

66+

20%

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Consent:

Part of the survey would be about your political opinions. The data collected in these questions will remain confidential in line with our privacy policy. This is a sensitive topic and something that might make some people uncomfortable. If answering questions about this topic makes you uncomfortable, you can select the “No, I do not agree” option below and leave the survey. If answering any questions about this topic makes you uncomfortable, you can skip any question at any time by selecting “Prefer not to answer”.

  1. Do you voluntarily agree to answer these questions?
  1. YES, I agree.
  2. NO, I do not agree. à scripter: terminate.

 

  1. How would you rate your knowledge about Israel?

Please use the scale 1-10, where 10 means "Excellent" and 1 means "Poor”

 

  1. In your opinion, is Israel more like a European country, a Middle Eastern country or a country like the United States? Single answer
  1. More like a European country
  2. More like a Middle Eastern country
  3. A country like the United States
  4. Don’t know.

 

 

  1. Did you ever meet a Jew or an Israeli personally? Multiple answers
  1. I Met a Jew
  2. I Met an Israeli
  3. I don’t know the difference between a Jew and an Israeli
  4. I didn’t meet a Jew or an Israeli

 

 

 

  1. What are the most common associations you have with Israel? Choose 5 answers. Rotation. Limit to 5 answers
  1. Kibbutz
  2. Army
  3. Hi-Tech
  4. The bible
  5. Occupation.
  6. Holocaust
  7. Sea / Beaches
  8. Hot / summer / weather
  9. Food / wine / Gastronomy
  10. Jerusalem
  11. Tel - Aviv
  12. Holy places / Religious Sites
  13. Sports
  14. Films / music /television / Culture
  15. History
  16. Open-mindedness
  17. Nightlife
  18. Family / Friends
  19. Conflict / War zone
  20. Antisemitism
  21. Other.
  22. Do not know.

 

 

  1. Have you ever visited Israel? Single answer
  1. Yes, but only once
  2. Yes, more than once.
  3. Never visited Israel, but I intend to do so.
  4. Never visited Israel, and I do not intend to do so

 

 

  1. In your opinion, under what condition should the visits of Israeli youth to Poland be held? Single answer
  1. I think it should stop.
  2. Only on condition that Polish guides be involved
  3. With no restrictions at all.
  4. Do not know.
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. What is your opinion regarding the “role” of Poland during the Holocaust? Single answer
  1. Poles played a decisive role
  2. Poland played a minor role but saved some Jews
  3. Poles were themselves victims and saved many Jews
  4. Do not know
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. Do you think that Polish custodianship of important Jewish heritage sites or historic places in Poland, confers on you any special responsibility? Single answer
  1. Yes
  2. No
  3. Do not know
  4. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. Do you think that the Israelis conflate Polish people with Germans-Austrians in apportioning blame for the Holocaust? Single answer
  1. Yes
  2. No
  3. Do not know
  4. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. To what extend do you agree or disagree with the statement: Antisemitism is currently a problem in Poland

Please use the scale 1-5, where 5 means "totally agree" and 1 means "not agree at all”

 

 

 

For those who answer 3-5 in previous question.

  1. From where do you currently see the main threat of Antisemitism emanating? Multiple answers. Rotation
  1. The Right side of the political map
  2. the General population
  3. the Muslim migrants
  4. the Left side of the political map
  5. Do not know
  6. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. To what extend do you agree or disagree with the statement: the relations between Israel and Poland can be defined as normal relations between countries?

Please use the scale 1-5, where 5 means "totally agree" and 1 means "not agree at all”

 

  1. Some people claim that criticism of Israel is a form of anti-Semitism. On the other hand, other people think that Israel can be criticized without being considered anti-Semitic. Which of these opinions do you agree with more? Single answer
  1. I think that criticism of Israel is a form of anti-Semitism
  2. I think that Israel can be criticized without being considered anti-Semitic
  3. Sometimes criticism may be antisemitic, sometimes not.
  4. Do not know
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

Now we would like to ask you three questions regarding the recent Gaza war in Israel.

 

  1. Have you been following the news about the recent Gaza war? Single answer
  1. Very closely
  2. Occasionally
  3. Not at all

 

  1.  How did the Gaza war influence your opinion about Israel? Single answer
  1. I became more pro-Israeli.
  2. My opinion didn't change.
  3. I became more pro-Palestinian. 
  4. Don’t know.
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. In what way did you react to that war? (you may choose more than one answer) Multiple answers.
  1. Not at all
  2. I write, repost and retweet messages in the social media networks
  3. I participated in demonstrations in favor of Israel.
  4. I participate in demonstrations in favor of the Palestinians.
  5. I contributed money for one of the sides.
  6. Prefer not to answer.

+ All relevant demographics questions

SURVEY IN GERMANY

  • 18 questions, on-line
  • No screening questions, IR=100%
  • Adults ages 18+
  • 1,000 participants that agreed to sign the consent, representative sample

 

 

Germany

Region1

East

 

20%

Region2

North

 

16%

Region3

South

 

43%

Region4

West

 

22%

 

 

Male

49%

Female

51%

 

 

18-44

45%

45-65

35%

66+

20%

 

Consent:

Part of the survey would be about your political opinions. The data collected in these questions will remain confidential in line with our privacy policy. This is a sensitive topic and something that might make some people uncomfortable. If answering questions about this topic makes you uncomfortable, you can select the “No, I do not agree” option below and leave the survey. If answering any questions about this topic makes you uncomfortable, you can skip any question at any time by selecting “Prefer not to answer”.

  1. Do you voluntarily agree to answer these questions?
  1. YES, I agree.
  2. NO, I do not agree. à scripter: terminate.

 

  1. How would you rate your knowledge about Israel?

Please use the scale 1-10, where 10 means "Excellent" and 1 means "Poor”

 

 

 

 

  1. In your opinion, is Israel more like a European country, a Middle Eastern country or a country like the United States? Single answer
  1. More like a European country
  2. More like a Middle Eastern country
  3. A country like the United States
  4. Don’t know.

 

 

  1. Did you ever meet a Jew or an Israeli personally? Multiple answers
  1. I Met a Jew
  2. I Met an Israeli
  3. I don’t know the difference between a Jew and an Israeli
  4. I didn’t meet a Jew or an Israeli

 

 

  1. What are the most common associations you have with Israel? Choose 5 answers. Rotation. Limit to 5 answers
  1. Kibbutz
  2. Army
  3. Hi-Tech
  4. The bible
  5. Occupation.
  6. Holocaust
  7. Sea / Beaches
  8. Hot / summer / weather
  9. Food / wine / Gastronomy
  10. Jerusalem
  11. Tel - Aviv
  12. Holy places / Religious Sites
  13. Sports
  14. Films / music /television / Culture
  15. History
  16. Open-mindedness
  17. Nightlife
  18. Family / Friends
  19. Conflict / War zone
  20. Antisemitism
  21. Other.
  22. Do not know.

 

  1. To what extend do you agree or disagree with the statement: the relations between Israel and Germany can be defined as normal relations between countries?

Please use the scale 1-5, where 5 means "totally agree" and 1 means "not agree at all”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7.     In 2008, Angela Merkel said that the secure existence of Israel was part of Germany's raison d'état, i.e. in the national interest. To what extend do you agree or disagree that this approach is adopted by today’s government as well?

Please use the scale 1-5, where 5 means "totally agree" and 1 means "not agree at all”

 

  1. Do you think Germany should play a role as a mediator between Israel and other countries in the Middle East? Single answer
  1. Yes
  2. No
  3. Don’t know.
  4. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. Have you ever visited Israel? Single answer
  1. Yes, but only once.
  2. Yes, more than once.
  3. Never visited Israel, but I intend to do so.
  4. Never visited Israel, and I do not intend to do so

 

 

  1. To what extend do you agree or disagree with the statement: Antisemitism is currently a problem in Germany

Please use the scale 1-5, where 5 means "totally agree" and 1 means "not agree at all”

 

For those who answer 3-5 in previous question.

  1. From where do you currently see the main threat of Antisemitism emanating? Multiple answers. Rotation
  1. The Right side of the political map
  2. the General population
  3. the Muslim migrants
  4. the Left side of the political map
  5. Do not know
  6. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. Do you think that the memory of the Holocaust in Germany will in the near future… Single answer
  1. Become stronger
  2. Will remain the same,
  3. Become weaker
  4. Disappear

 

  1. Some people claim that criticism of Israel is a form of anti-Semitism. On the other hand, other people think that Israel can be criticized without being considered anti-Semitic. Which of these opinions do you agree with more? Single answer
  1. I think that criticism of Israel is a form of anti-Semitism
  2. I think that Israel can be criticized without being considered anti-Semitic
  3. Sometimes criticism may be anti-semitic, sometimes not.
  4. Do not know
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. To what extend do you agree or disagree with the statement: “German Jews are loyal to Israel first”

Please use the scale 1-5, where 5 means "totally agree" and 1 means "not agree at all”

 

 

Now we would like to ask you four questions regarding the recent Gaza war in Israel.

 

  1. Have you been following the news about the recent Gaza war? Single answer
  1. Very closely
  2. Occasionally
  3. Not at all

 

  1.  How did the Gaza war influence your opinion about Israel? Single answer
  1. I became more pro-Israeli.
  2. My opinion didn't change.
  3. I became more pro-Palestinian. 
  4. Don’t know.
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. In what way did you react to that war? (you may choose more than one answer) Multiple answers.
  1. Not at all
  2. I write, repost and retweet messages in the social media networks
  3. I participated in demonstrations in favor of Israel.
  4. I participate in demonstrations in favor of the Palestinians.
  5. I contributed money for one of the sides.
  6. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the German government’s support of Israel in its military operation in Gaza?

Please use the scale 1-5, where 5 means "totally agree" and 1 means "not agree at all”

 

+ All relevant demographics questions

SURVEY IN FRANCE

  • 15 questions, on-line
  • No screening questions, IR=100%
  • Adults ages 18+
  • 1,000 participants that agreed to sign the consent, representative sample

 

 

France

Region1

Nord et Est

 

13%

Region2

Ouest

 

30%

Region3

Region Parisienne

 

19%

Region4

Sud-Est

 

20%

Region5

Sud-Ouest

 

18%

 

 

Male

49%

Female

51%

 

 

18-44

45%

45-65

35%

66+

20%

 

 

Consent:

Part of the survey would be about your political opinions. The data collected in these questions will remain confidential in line with our privacy policy. This is a sensitive topic and something that might make some people uncomfortable. If answering questions about this topic makes you uncomfortable, you can select the “No, I do not agree” option below and leave the survey. If answering any questions about this topic makes you uncomfortable, you can skip any question at any time by selecting “Prefer not to answer”.

  1. Do you voluntarily agree to answer these questions?
  1. YES, I agree.
  2. NO, I do not agree. à scripter: terminate.

 

 

 

 

  1. How would you rate your knowledge about Israel?

Please use the scale 1-10, where 10 means "Excellent" and 1 means "Poor”

 

  1. In your opinion, is Israel more like a European country, a Middle Eastern country or a country like the United States? Single answer
  1. More like a European country
  2. More like a Middle Eastern country
  3. A country like the United States
  4. Don’t know.

 

  1. Did you ever meet a Jew or an Israeli personally? Multiple answers
  1. I Met a Jew
  2. I Met an Israeli
  3. I don’t know the difference between a Jew and an Israeli
  4. I didn’t meet a Jew or an Israeli

 

 

  1. What are the most common associations you have with Israel? Choose 5 answers. Rotation. Limit to 5 answers
  1. Kibbutz
  2. Army
  3. Hi-Tech
  4. The bible
  5. Occupation.
  6. Holocaust
  7. Sea / Beaches
  8. Hot / summer / weather
  9. Food / wine / Gastronomy
  10. Jerusalem
  11. Tel - Aviv
  12. Holy places / Religious Sites
  13. Sports
  14. Films / music /television / Culture
  15. History
  16. Open-mindedness
  17. Nightlife
  18. Family / Friends
  19. Conflict / War zone
  20. Antisemitism
  21. Other.
  22. Do not know.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. Do you think France should play a role as a mediator between Israel and other countries in the Middle East? Single answer
  1. Yes
  2. No
  3. Don’t know.
  4. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. Have you ever visited Israel? Single answer
  1. Yes, but only once.
  2. Yes, more than once.
  3. Never visited Israel, but I intend to do so.
  4. Never visited Israel, and I do not intend to do so

 

 

  1. To what extend do you agree or disagree with the statement: Antisemitism is currently a problem in France

Please use the scale 1-5, where 5 means "totally agree" and 1 means "not agree at all”

 

For those who answer 3-5 in previous question.

  1. From where do you currently see the main threat of Antisemitism emanating? Multiple answers. Rotation
  1. The Right side of the political map
  2. the General population
  3. the Muslim migrants
  4. the Left side of the political map
  5. Do not know
  6. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. Some people claim that criticism of Israel is a form of anti-Semitism. On the other hand, other people think that Israel can be criticized without being considered anti-Semitic. Which of these opinions do you agree with more? Single answer
  1. I think that criticism of Israel is a form of anti-Semitism
  2. I think that Israel can be criticized without being considered anti-Semitic
  3. Sometimes criticism may be anti-Semitic, sometimes not.
  4. Do not know
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

11.Do you think that France has managed to come to terms with its Vichy-past?

  1. Very much
  2. Rather yes
  3. Rather no
  4. Not at all
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. To what extend do you agree or disagree with the statement: “French Jews are loyal to Israel first”

Please use the scale 1-5, where 5 means "totally agree" and 1 means "not agree at all”

 

 

Now we would like to ask you three questions regarding the recent Gaza war in Israel.

 

  1. Have you been following the news about the recent Gaza war? Single answer
  1. Very closely
  2. Occasionally
  3. Not at all

 

 

  1.  How did the Gaza war influence your opinion about Israel? Single answer
  1. I became more pro-Israeli.
  2. My opinion didn't change.
  3. I became more pro-Palestinian. 
  4. Don’t know.
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

 

  1. In what way did you react to that war? (you may choose more than one answer) Multiple answers.
  1. Not at all
  2. I write, repost and retweet messages in the social media networks
  3. I participated in demonstrations in favor of Israel.
  4. I participate in demonstrations in favor of the Palestinians.
  5. I contributed money for one of the sides.
  6. Prefer not to answer.

 

+ All relevant demographics questions

SURVEY IN GREAT BRITAIN

  • 16 questions, on-line
  • No screening questions, IR=100%
  • Adults ages 18+
  • 1,000 participants that agreed to sign the consent, representative sample

 

 

United Kingdom

Region1

Midlands

 

26%

Region2

North

 

24%

Region3

Scotland & N.Ireland

 

8%

Region4

Southeast

 

28%

Region5

Wales & West

 

14%

 

 

Male

49%

Female

51%

 

 

18-44

45%

45-65

35%

66+

20%

 

 

Consent:

Part of the survey would be about your political opinions. The data collected in these questions will remain confidential in line with our privacy policy. This is a sensitive topic and something that might make some people uncomfortable. If answering questions about this topic makes you uncomfortable, you can select the “No, I do not agree” option below and leave the survey. If answering any questions about this topic makes you uncomfortable, you can skip any question at any time by selecting “Prefer not to answer”.

  1. Do you voluntarily agree to answer these questions?
  1. YES, I agree.
  2. NO, I do not agree. à scripter: terminate.

 

 

 

  1. How would you rate your knowledge about Israel?

Please use the scale 1-10, where 10 means "Excellent" and 1 means "Poor”

 

  1. In your opinion, is Israel more like a European country, a Middle Eastern country or a country like the United States? Single answer
  1. More like a European country
  2. More like a Middle Eastern country
  3. A country like the United States
  4. Don’t know.

 

  1. Did you ever meet a Jew or an Israeli personally? Multiple answers
  1. I Met a Jew
  2. I Met an Israeli
  3. I don’t know the difference between a Jew and an Israeli
  4. I didn’t meet a Jew or an Israeli

 

 

  1. What are the most common associations you have with Israel? Choose 5 answers. Rotation. Limit to 5 answers
  1. Kibbutz
  2. Army
  3. Hi-Tech
  4. The bible
  5. Occupation.
  6. Holocaust
  7. Sea / Beaches
  8. Hot / summer / weather
  9. Food / wine / Gastronomy
  10. Jerusalem
  11. Tel - Aviv
  12. Holy places / Religious Sites
  13. Sports
  14. Films / music /television / Culture
  15. History
  16. Open-mindedness
  17. Nightlife
  18. Family / Friends
  19. Conflict / War zone
  20. Antisemitism
  21. Other.
  22. Do not know.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. Do you think Great Britain should play a role as a mediator between Israel and other countries in the Middle East? Single answer
  1. Yes
  2. No
  3. Don’t know.
  4. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. Have you ever visited Israel? Single answer
  1. Yes, but only once.
  2. Yes, more than once.
  3. Never visited Israel, but I intend to do so.
  4. Never visited Israel, and I do not intend to do so

 

  1. To what extend do you agree or disagree with the statement: Antisemitism is currently a problem in Great Britain

Please use the scale 1-5, where 5 means "totally agree" and 1 means "not agree at all”

 

For those who answer 3-5 in previous question.

  1. From where do you currently see the main threat of Antisemitism emanating? Multiple answers. Rotation
  1. The Right side of the political map
  2. the General population
  3. the Muslim migrants
  4. the Left side of the political map
  5. Do not know
  6. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. Some people claim that criticism of Israel is a form of anti-Semitism. On the other hand, other people think that Israel can be criticized without being considered anti-Semitic. Which of these opinions do you agree with more? Single answer
  1. I think that criticism of Israel is a form of anti-Semitism
  2. I think that Israel can be criticized without being considered anti-Semitic
  3. Sometimes criticism may be anti-semitic, sometimes not.
  4. Do not know
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. To what extend do you agree or disagree with the statement: “British Jews are loyal to Israel first”

Please use the scale 1-5, where 5 means "totally agree" and 1 means "not agree at all”

 

  1. To what extend do you agree or disagree with the statement: “Great Britain have a historical responsibility for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict as a former mandate power”

Please use the scale 1-5, where 5 means "totally agree" and 1 means "not agree at all”

 

 

 

 

  1. In 1917, the British government expressed with the Balfour Declaration official support for the establishment of a national home for the Jewish people in Palestine. In my opinion, this was the right decision. 
  1. Strongly agree
  2. Somewhat agree
  3. Neither agree nor disagree
  4. Somewhat disagree
  5. Strongly disagree
  6. Do not know
  7. Prefer not to answer.

 

Now we would like to ask you three questions regarding the recent Gaza war in Israel.

 

  1. Have you been following the news about the recent Gaza war? Single answer
  1. Very closely
  2. Occasionally
  3. Not at all

 

  1.  How did the Gaza war influence your opinion about Israel? Single answer
  1. I became more pro-Israeli.
  2. My opinion didn't change.
  3. I became more pro-Palestinian. 
  4. Don’t know.
  5. Prefer not to answer.

 

  1. In what way did you react to that war? (you may choose more than one answer) Multiple answers.
  1. Not at all
  2. I write, repost and retweet messages in the social media networks
  3. I participated in demonstrations in favor of Israel.
  4. I participate in demonstrations in favor of the Palestinians.
  5. I contributed money for one of the sides.
  6. Prefer not to answer.

 

+ All relevant demographics questions

 

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