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Worksheets3rd Quarter Exam in TNCT Late Takers 2026
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 20mins
Which situation best illustrates a trend rather than a fad?
A clothing style that becomes popular for one summer and disappears the next year
A mobile app that gains millions of users for a month and is quickly abandoned
The increasing use of online learning platforms integrated into formal education over several years
A viral dance challenge popular on social media for two weeks
A key difference between a trend and a fad is that a trend:
Is always related to technology
Gains popularity very quickly through social media
Has a lasting impact on behavior, values, or institutions
Is popular only among young people
Which criterion is most useful in determining whether a social phenomenon is a fad or a trend?
The number of people who like it online
The amount of media attention it receives at one time
Its ability to influence long-term social practices and decisions
The age group that participates in it
What is the FIRST step in spotting a possible trend in society?
Predicting its future success
Observing repeated patterns of behavior or ideas over time
Asking experts to confirm it is a trend
Measuring its economic impact
When analyzing whether a pattern is becoming a trend, which action is MOST important?
Checking if it is popular in one social media platform
Comparing its presence across different groups and settings
Counting how many influencers promote it
Identifying who started it
Which situation BEST shows the final stage in spotting a trend?
Noticing a new product being advertised online
Seeing a behavior practiced by a small group once
Identifying long-term adoption and influence on lifestyles or institutions
Observing a viral post shared many times in one day
Which characteristic best distinguishes a trend from a short-lived popularity spike?
It spreads rapidly through social media
It gains acceptance across different social groups over time
It relies heavily on celebrity endorsement
It appears suddenly and fades quickly
A trend is most accurately described as a pattern that:
Exists only within a specific age group
Has a long-term impact on behavior or society
Depends on constant promotion to survive
Is popular mainly because it is entertaining
Which situation best demonstrates a key characteristic of a trend?
A viral challenge that lasts for two weeks
A fashion style that reappears seasonally but never changes
A technological practice that becomes integrated into daily routines over time
A product that sells well due to a one-time advertisement
Which scenario best illustrates an emerging pattern?
A practice that has already been widely accepted for many years
A behavior that appears in different communities and shows signs of growth
A one-time event that gains sudden public attention
A tradition passed down through several generations
An emerging pattern can best be identified by which observation?
It is popular among a small group but shows no signs of spreading
It disappears quickly after gaining attention
It begins to appear repeatedly in different settings over time
It remains unchanged despite social influences
Why is tracking an emerging pattern important in social analysis?
It helps predict long-term social changes and possible trends
It ensures immediate popularity of new behaviors
It prevents cultural practices from evolving
It focuses only on current entertainment preferences
Which situation best shows a cause of increased student stress?
Students develop better time-management skills
Schools reduce academic requirements
Multiple academic deadlines are scheduled in the same week
Students participate in relaxation activities
What is the most likely consequence of prolonged exposure to online misinformation?
Improved critical thinking skills
Confusion and misinformed decision-making
Stronger trust in digital platforms
Increased internet speed
Which of the following pairs correctly identifies a cause-and-effect relationship?
Increased physical activity → poorer health
Access to quality education → improved employment opportunities
Higher food prices → increased food supply
More leisure time → higher workload
What is a likely consequence of limited access to clean water in a community?
Improved sanitation practices
Increased community cooperation only
Higher risk of waterborne diseases
Decreased population growth immediately
Which factor is most likely a cause of urban traffic congestion?
Efficient public transportation
Flexible work-from-home arrangements
Rapid population growth in cities
Wider road networks
Why is identifying causes and consequences important in understanding social issues?
It helps assign blame to individuals
It focuses only on short-term outcomes
It allows for informed decision-making and effective solutions
It limits the need for further analysis
Strategic analysis primarily involves:
Making decisions based on emotions alone
Carefully examining information to plan effective actions
Acting immediately without considering outcomes
Following instincts without evidence
Which situation best demonstrates intuitive thinking?
A student creates a detailed study schedule after reviewing exam dates
A manager analyzes sales data before setting targets
A teacher adjusts a lesson after sensing students’ confusion
A planner conducts a SWOT analysis
What is a key difference between strategic analysis and intuitive thinking?
Strategic analysis relies on logic, while intuitive thinking relies on experience and insight
Strategic analysis is faster than intuitive thinking
Intuitive thinking uses data more effectively than strategic analysis
Strategic analysis ignores long-term goals
In which situation would strategic analysis be most appropriate?
Responding instantly to an unexpected classroom question
Choosing a daily outfit
Developing a long-term community development plan
Reacting to a sudden noise
Why is intuitive thinking important in decision-making?
It replaces the need for planning
It allows quick judgments based on prior knowledge and experience
It guarantees correct decisions
It avoids the use of logic entirely
How can strategic analysis and intuitive thinking complement each other?
By relying only on intuition after analysis
By eliminating uncertainty in decisions
By combining careful planning with timely, experience-based judgment
By prioritizing intuition over evidence
A school administrator is planning a new learning program. She reviews data on student performance, consults stakeholders, and forecasts possible outcomes. However, during implementation, she modifies the plan after sensing resistance from teachers. Which explanation best describes her decision-making approach?
She relied only on intuitive thinking throughout the process
She abandoned strategic analysis in favor of emotions
She integrated strategic analysis with intuitive thinking
She ignored evidence and stakeholder feedback
Which situation best demonstrates the limitation of relying solely on intuitive thinking in decision-making?
A teacher quickly adjusts teaching strategies during a class discussion
A community leader acts based on personal experience without reviewing available data
A student recognizes a familiar exam pattern from previous tests
A nurse reacts immediately during an emergency situation
A company plans to expand into a new market. Market research suggests moderate demand, but experienced managers feel confident about success based on past expansions. Which option best explains the most strategic course of action?
Follow intuition and ignore research findings
Rely only on statistical data to avoid bias
Combine research-based analysis with managers’ experiential insights
Delay the decision until full certainty is achieved
Why is strategic analysis more reliable than intuitive thinking when making long-term decisions?
It eliminates risks completely
It relies on systematic evaluation and evidence
It is faster and requires less effort
It prevents the need for experience-based judgment
Which component is most essential in strategic analysis?
Immediate reaction based on feelings
Gathering and evaluating relevant data
Acting without evidence
Making decisions purely by instinct
Which component is a key feature of intuitive thinking?
Systematic evaluation of options
Reliance on prior experience and insight
Detailed SWOT analysis
Forecasting long-term outcomes using data
What differentiates strategic analysis from intuitive thinking?
Strategic analysis is based on logic and evidence; intuitive thinking relies on experience and gut feeling
Strategic analysis avoids data, while intuitive thinking uses research
Strategic analysis is fast, intuitive thinking is slow
Both are identical in approach
In which scenario would intuitive thinking be more useful than strategic analysis?
Designing a multi-year organizational plan
Reacting to a sudden classroom disruption
Forecasting market trends using data
Conducting a cost-benefit analysis
Which of the following is a common component in both strategic analysis and intuitive thinking?
Use of personal experience to make decisions
Evaluation of potential outcomes before taking action
Reliance solely on feelings
Ignoring evidence
Which statement correctly differentiates the two approaches?
Strategic analysis emphasizes speed; intuitive thinking emphasizes accuracy
Strategic analysis focuses on evidence and planning; intuitive thinking depends on perception and insight
Strategic analysis is purely emotional; intuitive thinking is purely logical
Both approaches avoid forecasting and evaluation
A teacher wants to improve student participation in class discussions. Which step best demonstrates the application of strategic analysis?
Asking students randomly without preparation
Reviewing past participation data and identifying factors that encourage engagement
Choosing the first activity that comes to mind
Ignoring student feedback
A community leader is planning a recycling program. Which approach shows proper use of strategic analysis?
Launching the program immediately without assessing the community’s needs
Studying existing waste management practices and forecasting potential challenges
Relying solely on intuition about what will work
Copying another town’s program without adjustments
Which of the following best exemplifies applying strategic analysis in a school setting?
Adjusting lesson plans based only on a hunch
Evaluating student test results to redesign instructional strategies
Following the same teaching method regardless of outcomes
Letting students choose topics randomly
A company wants to launch a new product. Which action reflects strategic analysis?
Ignoring market research and producing the product immediately
Conducting surveys to understand customer preferences before designing the product
Copying a competitor’s product without study
Choosing product features based solely on the CEO’s opinion
Why is applying strategic analysis important in problem-solving?
It allows for random decision-making
It provides evidence-based insights for effective action
It removes the need for monitoring outcomes
It guarantees immediate success
A school principal wants to reduce student tardiness. Which method applies strategic analysis?
Punishing students without knowing reasons for lateness
Collecting data on lateness patterns and implementing targeted interventions
Asking only a few teachers for opinions
Changing the schedule randomly
