Art of Thinking Assessment Blueprint

Jamie has an important project due soon but left their notes at school. What is the BEST way to handle this situation to ensure they can complete the project on time?

• Panic and hope to remember everything from memory

• Reach out to classmates for notes or find information online

• Ignore the project and hope for an extension

• Complain about the situation and do nothing

Sam and Taylor are arguing about how to divide responsibilities for a group project. They both want to be in charge of the same task and are starting to get frustrated. What is the BEST way to resolve the conflict?

• Let one person take over the task without discussing it further

• Avoid the conversation and hope the problem resolves itself

• Agree to disagree and continue with the project without any further discussion

• Both people should explain their reasons for wanting the task and find a compromise

How can you effectively address a disagreement with a team member at work?

• Engage in a constructive dialogue with the team member to find common ground.

• Ignore the team member and focus on your own tasks.

• Consult with a manager or HR for guidance on resolving the disagreement.

• Accuse the team member of being the cause of the disagreement and avoid them.

• Gossip about the team member to other colleagues to gain support.

Breaking a complex problem, such as planning a big event or completing a difficult project, into smaller, manageable steps is called:

• Delegation

• Brainstorming

• Problem decomposition

• Procrastination

To successfully implement a community clean-up event, volunteers would need essential resources such as trash bags, gloves, and ______ to safely collect and dispose of waste.

• recycle bins

• paint brushes

• water bottles

• notebooks

In a city, a new public transportation initiative is introduced, but it primarily focuses on expanding services in affluent neighborhoods, leaving economically disadvantaged areas underserved. What could be a potential consequence of this decision?

• It guarantees fair access to transportation for all community members.

• It might lead to disparities by favoring certain demographics.

• It addresses the transportation needs of the entire city population.

• It is inconsequential as residents have alternative travel options.

A city installs a temporary water filtration system to provide clean drinking water after a flood, but it does not invest in long-term infrastructure improvements. What is the most likely outcome of this decision?

• The water will remain clean permanently without any further action.

• The filtration system will become a permanent solution without additional costs.

• The temporary system will help for now, but water issues may return.

• The city will no longer need to worry about water quality in the future.

A middle school is looking for ways to support students who need quiet places to complete their homework. What is the most effective solution, along with a plan for implementation?

• Suggest students find quiet spots at home without any additional support.

• Allow students to use vacant classrooms but do not provide any supervision or schedule.

• Advise students to create study groups without offering a specific location to meet.

• Establish a dedicated study area in the library with a teacher present to oversee it.

Maria's school is experiencing overcrowded hallways between classes, causing delays and frustration among students. Which of the following represents the correct first step in solving this problem?

• Identify that overcrowding in the hallways is causing delays and frustration.

• Create a schedule with staggered passing periods without considering other options.

• Analyze whether the new schedule improved hallway movement after implementation.

• List several possible solutions, such as one-way hallways or extended passing periods.

Identify the reliable sources of information, each fulfilling different communication roles:

• A. A social media post from an unverified account.

• B. A peer-reviewed journal article presenting research findings.

• C. A gossip blog that often publishes rumors.

• D. A news broadcast featuring expert analysis and verified facts.

• E. A personal blog sharing opinions without citations.