I'm not sure that you guys did anything wrong regarding the issue, but didn't some one post a gif of a guy taking a stick to a horse on the ground? We learn, we move on. Moving on....
I understand your reasons, but leaving the interpretation to us is what made the surveys vague. It's more like there was a different survey for each person. I think 'Survey 1' was done the best. It asked a specific question and then allowed for a more detailed comment. Especially with the 'other' category thrown in.
In the future, name the surveys. It helps to narrow the mental focus to a single topic, as well as letting us know what we can expect before we start.
I would also like to point out that I
chose not to participate in #2.
I felt I had nothing to offer on the subject. Reading other peoples comments was enlightening and informative with regards to the community if not the game itself. I even found my lack of an opinion represented.
As for your opinions skewing the result, go ahead and
try. It is my opinion that most people who post on the forums are highly opinionated themselves and will willing to beat you over the head with their point of view. It's a good thing most of us are polite about it.
Anyway, just let me get my popcorn first.