For me the answer is "all the above", including sticks. The choice depends on the style of piece I'm making, and type of wood I'm using. If it's oak, I generally like Quarter or Rift sawn. If it's cherry or walnut, I usually like a little more pattern in the grain. And depending on where a particular piece will be in the project, I may prefer something a little more stable, like QS. For panel doors, I like QS for the rails and styles, but FS for the panels.
Can you add another line to your survey called, "it depends"? :gar-La;
Bill