Recently i came across an issue where users don't have default Library and list templates to choose from when they want to create a list or library.
Issue -
When user selects 'More options' from site actions menu and select filter by:
Library - It shows only three templates Asset, Slide and wiki page Library.
List - It shows only one template 'Import Spreadsheet'.
Solution -
Team collaboration Lists feature provides team collaboration capabilities for a site by making standard lists, such as document libraries and issues, available. so if you encounter such issue just make sure Team collaboration Lists feature is activated on the site.
Go to Site settings -> Manage site features -> find 'Team Collaboration Lists' feature -> Activate
