Below are the two Likert scales, the four-point and the five-point. slide 2 of 3. The Likert Item In making questionnaires that use the Likert Scale, not just any type of question will suffice. In fact, there is a format that must be followed in formulating the questions. The questions should ask for an agreement or disagreement. Below is an example of a Likert item: The Bush Doctrine is an effective foreign policy.