TNCT Quiz #1

Can a fad become a trend?

• Yes, if it starts out with media publicity.

• 1. No, if a fad is supported by existing trends, other fads, political, and socio-economic factors, then it's a trend to begin with. 

• Yes, all trends start out as seemingly fads.

• 2. Yes, all fads are attractive to the public which makes it develop into a trend. 

What makes fad and trends similar?

• 1. Both are valuable to certain groups. 

• Trends and Fads can die down but resurface later on.

• Both can endure without publicity

• The answer is A and B.

Aldub appealed heavily to different groups. Its format was enticing to OFWs, the use of dubbing appealed to the younger generation, and the romance aspect appealed to most Filipinos. This is an example of what element of fads/trends?

• 1. Appeal, because it is attractive to a large group of people.

• Result, because it has endured without publicity.

• Scope, because it caters to and is accepted by a wide audience.

• Sustainability, because it is popular beyond its run time on TV.

Which of the following have NOT influenced the development of trends? (Choose the best answer)

• Democracy

• Information and Communications Technology

• Mass Media

• Influencers

13. Which of the following elements of trends and fads are similar in its characteristics?

• Appeal

• Result

• Scope

• Sustainability

Which of the following elements of trends and fads can be seen as dependent on ALL the others?

• Appeal

• Result

• Scope

• Sustainability

Define ONE element of a trend/fad and relate to at least TWO other elements. (For ex., The element of RESULT refers to how a trend/fad persists. A fad is more artificial and requires constant publicity, while a trend is more natural and can sustain itself because it is Supported by either existing trends or prevalent societal factors.