Collective Fear Scale

Instructions: Fear is an emotion defined as feelings of anxiety, worry, or apprehension. Please rate the following items about your feelings with your (Insert Group) in mind, that is, being a(n) (Insert Group).

1. I am afraid because my group has lost control.

Strongly Disagree 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Strongly Agree

2. I fear the worst for my group’s future.

Strongly Disagree 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Strongly Agree

3. I am afraid that my group will fail to meet our goals.

Strongly Disagree 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Strongly Agree

4. I am afraid that other groups will attack my group.

Strongly Disagree 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Strongly Agree

5. I feel afraid because my group is highly vulnerable at the moment.

Strongly Disagree 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Strongly Agree

Cite: Reysen, S., Puryear, C., Katzarska-Miller, I., Kamble, S. V., & Vithoji, N. (2014). Socio-structural intergroup characteristics and group-based emotions in three countries.International Journal of Intercultural Relations, 43, 239-252.

Korean Translation by Suzie Jeong