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b022_16
When were peoples tweets analyzed Choices: A. during 2017 B. before 2017 C. not enough information D. after 2017
before 2017
[ "It has become increasingly common for academics to use social media to communicate with wider audiences. Twitter, like many other social platforms, typically measures success in terms of numbers of followers, likes and retweets, but this only tells us something about the spreading of messages but not necessarily w...
b022_17
Where do economists communicate poorly? Choices: A. other social platforms B. not enough information C. In the media D. On twitter
On twitter
[ "It has become increasingly common for academics to use social media to communicate with wider audiences. Twitter, like many other social platforms, typically measures success in terms of numbers of followers, likes and retweets, but this only tells us something about the spreading of messages but not necessarily w...
b023_0
How long has it been since the author liaised with academic publishers? Choices: A. it was five years ago B. not enough information C. almost 20 years D. it was a year ago
almost 20 years
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b023_1
What is probably true about the co-author? Choices: A. He is a peer B. He is a reiviewer C. He is a writer D. not enough information
He is a writer
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b023_2
What did the narrator write Choices: A. A book B. not enough information C. A review D. A story
A book
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b023_3
Why did the editor approach ten potential reviewers? Choices: A. because they needed more reviewers with specialist knowledge B. because they didn't like what the first reviewers said C. not enough information D. they needed exactly ten more reviews
because they needed more reviewers with specialist knowledge
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b023_4
What did the editor and author realize after they had three reviews? Choices: A. they needed to make edits before any more reviews B. not enough information C. they needed reviews from people with specialist knowledge D. they needed more student reviews
they needed reviews from people with specialist knowledge
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b023_5
When did the narrator liaise with publishers? Choices: A. not enough information B. Because his editor wanted it C. Because the book was in a contentious format D. Because he hated peer reviews
Because the book was in a contentious format
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b023_6
Who said "I couldn't find anything to praise"? Choices: A. Reviewer 3 B. Reviewer 1 C. the editor D. not enough information
Reviewer 1
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b023_7
After the end of this story, the narrator probably is Choices: A. Getting great reviews B. Getting bad reviews C. not enough information D. Still annoyed with the peer review system
Still annoyed with the peer review system
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b023_8
How does the author feel about the next upcoming review for their sole-authored book? Choices: A. they are nervous that they will get a bad review B. they are confident that the review will be glowing C. they are excited because they know the review will be good D. not enough information
they are nervous that they will get a bad review
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b023_9
Who did the author and their co-authors decide that they should liaise with? Choices: A. not enough information B. editors C. reviewers D. publishers
publishers
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b023_10
Why was the narrator frustrated? Choices: A. Because peer reviews are unfair B. not enough information C. Because he is tired D. Because he is a bad writer
Because peer reviews are unfair
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b023_11
Who is the co-author? Choices: A. The narrator's reviewer B. not enough information C. The narrator's friend D. The narrator's cousin
not enough information
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b023_12
How likely is the author to volunteer to liaise with publishers on future books? Choices: A. very likely because she is already looking forward to doing it again B. not enough information C. very likely because she loves being so involved D. she is not likely to take on the responsibility again
she is not likely to take on the responsibility again
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b023_13
Who did the narrator write a book with Choices: A. A reviewer B. A Co-Author C. An editor D. not enough information
A Co-Author
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b023_14
What are the negative aspects of getting a book reviewed? Choices: A. the waiting process while waiting for reviewers feedback B. not enough information C. the negative reviews that may be unwarrented D. finding reviewers willing to review your book
not enough information
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b023_15
What is terrifying about the four reviewers for the co-authored book? Choices: A. the book can never be published B. not enough information C. she will be at fault for picking the reviewers D. they could all write negative reviews
they could all write negative reviews
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b023_16
The time to write the book probably lasted Choices: A. A minute B. not enough information C. A year D. A month
A year
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b023_17
The narrator believes that Choices: A. Most reviewers are not fair B. The peer review system is unfair C. The peer review system is great D. not enough information
The peer review system is unfair
[ "I am currently waiting for peer reviews of two books I’ve worked on: one sole-authored, one co-authored. We don’t talk much about the experience of waiting for reviews, and it’s not something that appears to have been researched. Yet it’s something everyone doing academic work has to go through and it may be bad f...
b024_0
The narrator believes that Choices: A. she is smarter than the sociologists B. not enough information C. the sociologists are dumb D. the sociologists have superior knowledge
the sociologists have superior knowledge
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b024_1
What are the sociologist's names? Choices: A. Charles and Ted B. Rich and Mike C. not enough information D. John and Bill
not enough information
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b024_2
When did the author learn that eminent British sociologists regarded his viewpoint as naive? Choices: A. Before REF ramped up the requirement to demonstrate the efficacy of their research in “the real world”. B. After a meeting of the British Sociological Association. C. Before an early meeting of British Sociological...
After a meeting of the British Sociological Association.
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b024_3
What industry gets most of the funding? Choices: A. not enough information B. the owners C. the impact industry D. no money is distributed
the impact industry
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b024_4
The meeting probably lasted about Choices: A. a few hours B. a few months C. a few weeks D. not enough information
a few hours
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b024_5
What is probably true about the narrator Choices: A. they like to contribute ideas B. not enough information C. they are reserved D. they are shy
they like to contribute ideas
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b024_6
Why did the sociologists think the author was naive? Choices: A. Because they were at a Activism in Sociology Forum meeting. B. not enough information C. Because there is substantial funding directed toward the impact industry. D. Because of what the author said at a meeting.
Because of what the author said at a meeting.
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b024_7
When did they discuss a world outside their academy? Choices: A. at a meeting for a college club B. The meeting of British Sociological Association C. they did not discuss this D. not enough information
The meeting of British Sociological Association
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b024_8
How did the author feel after he saw the response to his expressed viewpoint at the meeting? Choices: A. not enough information B. He was hurt. C. He was excited. D. He was tired.
He was hurt.
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b024_9
Who are faced with multiple and competing demands? Choices: A. not enough information B. PR firms C. academics D. eminent British sociologists
academics
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b024_10
Why is social policy seen as a well placed disciplinary? Choices: A. not enough information B. it is not C. because it is a prestigious discipline D. because of its connections with reform
because of its connections with reform
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b024_11
The sociologist probably feel that Choices: A. the narrator is extremely smart B. not enough information C. the narrator is not that knowledgeable D. they are superior
the narrator is not that knowledgeable
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b024_12
Who are part of the impact industry? Choices: A. not enough information B. think tanks C. critics D. academics
think tanks
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b024_13
Who gets the most funding in the impact industry? Choices: A. think tanks B. consultants C. not enough information D. PR firms
not enough information
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b024_14
How does the author feel about PR firms? Choices: A. not enough information B. He thinks they are harmful. C. He thinks they are helping. D. He thinks that they work long hours.
He thinks they are harmful.
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b024_15
How many members does the British Sociological Association have? Choices: A. 2700 B. 2500000 C. 10 D. not enough information
2700
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b024_16
Who thought the narrator's viewpoint was naive? Choices: A. British sociologists B. not enough information C. her professor D. her friends
British sociologists
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b024_17
How long did the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members meet for? Choices: A. not enough information B. 5 minutes C. 2 weeks D. 3 hours
3 hours
[ "At an early meeting of the British Sociological Association’s “Activism in Sociology Forum” members met to discuss how we might play a more campaigning role in the world outside the academy. Pragmatically, academics tend to work long hours. We are faced with multiple and competing demands: teaching, administration...
b025_0
What happened after the recent UCU dispute? Choices: A. Higher anxiety in the higher education sector B. Academic staff "raising their game" to improve higher education C. 34% of academic staff employed on fixed term contracts D. not enough information
Higher anxiety in the higher education sector
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b025_1
What group has recently been in a dispute with employers? Choices: A. The University and College Union B. Students C. not enough information D. The government
The University and College Union
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b025_2
What is probably true about the university employees support of neoliberal ideas? Choices: A. they despise it mostly B. not enough information C. they are supportive to change D. they love it
they despise it mostly
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b025_3
After the strike ends, education workers are probably Choices: A. not enough information B. less overworked than before the stroke C. paid more than they were before D. less anxious than they were before
less anxious than they were before
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b025_4
The strike will likely last Choices: A. 1 year B. not enough information C. 2 weeks D. 6 months
2 weeks
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b025_5
Who has been in dispute recently over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme? Choices: A. The UCA B. The Universal Health Team C. The University and College Union (UCU) D. not enough information
The University and College Union (UCU)
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b025_6
What organization thinks casualisation is above 50%? Choices: A. The government B. The higher education sector C. not enough information D. The University and College Union
The University and College Union
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b025_7
What talks about how competition offers consumers more choice and innovation including higher education? Choices: A. not enough information B. Success as a Knowledge Economy C. 2013 Higher Education and Research Act D. 2014 Higher Education and Research Act
Success as a Knowledge Economy
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b025_8
When do people often suffer anxiety? Choices: A. while working in the UK's higher education sector B. while working from home C. not enough information D. while working on jobs they are passionate about
while working in the UK's higher education sector
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b025_9
After the end of the text, how do the professors probably feel about their retirements? Choices: A. not enough information B. excited about them C. worried about them D. hopeful about them
worried about them
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b025_10
How do education workers probably feel about their work environment? Choices: A. They feel comfortable with the pressures they have at work B. They are frustrated with their situation C. not enough information D. They are happy with the amount of oversight they have
They are frustrated with their situation
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b025_11
Why was the University and College Union in dispute with employers recently? Choices: A. not enough information B. over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme C. over proposed current salary changes D. over proposed lecture changes
over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b025_12
How long probably has the The University and College Union (UCU) been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme? Choices: A. probably a few days B. probably a few hours C. not enough information D. probably a few months
probably a few months
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b025_13
How do academic staff likely feel about fixed-term contracts? Choices: A. They like them because they offer deadlines B. They don't support them as they raise anxiety C. They are indifferent D. not enough information
They don't support them as they raise anxiety
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b025_14
What does competition between providers cause? Choices: A. Increased casualisation of the education sector B. Great choice of more innovative and better quality products C. not enough information D. Services at the same cost
Great choice of more innovative and better quality products
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b025_15
How have those workers in the UK felt with the recent proposed changes to the USS pension scheme? Choices: A. excited B. anxious C. hopeful D. not enough information
anxious
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b025_16
What contributes most to the "anxiety machine"? Choices: A. Increasing managerialism B. implementation of processes of audit C. not enough information D. Creeping marketisation of the sector
not enough information
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b025_17
Who probably is worried about life after retirement in the story? Choices: A. professors B. not enough information C. government officials D. students
not enough information
[ "It will come as no surprise to those working in the UK’s higher education (HE) sector that universities are currently suffused with anxiety. The University and College Union (UCU) has recently been in dispute with employers over proposed changes to the USS pension scheme, and the most sustained period of industria...
b026_0
Who did the author work with of election night fame? Choices: A. Professor Jay Hammond B. Professor John Howard C. Professor Sir John Cutice D. not enough information
Professor Sir John Cutice
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b026_1
What does the author think about how impact occurs? Choices: A. the author thinks it is similar across different fields B. not enough information C. The author thinks it varies across different fields. D. the author thinks it can be easy to achieve
The author thinks it varies across different fields.
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b026_2
Why isn't achieving impact easy? Choices: A. impact requires people to have perseverance B. impact requires many people C. not enough information D. Impact requires access
Impact requires access
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b026_3
How long does it probably take the author to read an REF impact case study? Choices: A. probably about a few weeks B. probably about an hour C. probably a few hours D. not enough information
probably about an hour
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b026_4
What is the author's thoughts on using media to access impact? Choices: A. the author thinks media is an important part of accessing impact B. not enough information C. the author is not convinced media can access impact D. the author thinks media is so so in accessing impact
not enough information
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b026_5
Who is the author? Choices: A. researcher B. not enough information C. government employee D. professor
not enough information
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b026_6
What do researchers need to write about to avoid impact agenda? Choices: A. something banal B. something boring C. something groundbreaking D. not enough information
something groundbreaking
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b026_7
After the end of the story what does the author probably think he can best use to achieve impact? Choices: A. media B. friendships C. parents D. not enough information
media
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b026_8
According to the text, what has been increased for 2021? Choices: A. The price of televisions B. the price of books C. not enough information D. Research Excellence Framework
Research Excellence Framework
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b026_9
How much time do most medical researchers probably put into a trial study Choices: A. 1 week B. several years C. 20 minutes D. not enough information
several years
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b026_10
Who does the author say can make millions if they make a breakthrough? Choices: A. the government B. campaigning organizations C. medical researchers D. not enough information
medical researchers
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b026_11
Why do some researchers make an impact and others do not? Choices: A. because some are smarter than others B. because there are politics involved with making an impact C. not enough information D. because some have luck on their side
because there are politics involved with making an impact
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b026_12
When did Professor Sir John Curtice know Whitehall? Choices: A. after 30 years B. after 4 years C. not enough information D. after 2 years
after 30 years
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b026_13
What is probably true about the author? Choices: A. not enough information B. he doesn't care about the agenda of the research community C. he doesn't believe the impact agenda can be beaten D. he does believe the impact agenda can be beaten
he doesn't believe the impact agenda can be beaten
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b026_14
What is probably true about reading REF impact cases? Choices: A. REF impact cases are not really impacting others B. REF impact cases are too long to read effectively C. REF impact cases are an important part of history D. not enough information
REF impact cases are an important part of history
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b026_15
After the end of the story, medical researchers are probably: Choices: A. frustrated B. researching C. rich D. not enough information
rich
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b026_16
The writer probably believes that: Choices: A. it is difficult to beat the impact agenda B. the impact agenda is just built into research C. not enough information D. it is possible to make a breakthrough and save lives
it is difficult to beat the impact agenda
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b026_17
When does the author say that researchers can make millions? Choices: A. during B. after making a breakthrough C. not enough information D. before making a breakthrough
after making a breakthrough
[ "There is no hiding from the impact agenda. The impact weighting of the Research Excellence Framework has been increased for 2021, and more recently the UK Government announced a new funding stream for knowledge exchange. But achieving impact isn’t easy, especially for researchers early in their careers.\nIf you ev...
b027_0
Probably how long was the movie, "Raiders of the Lost Ark?" Choices: A. The movie was probably about 4 hours long B. not enough information C. The movie was probably about 3 hours long D. The movie was probably about 2 hours long
The movie was probably about 2 hours long
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b027_1
How does the writer feel about his father? Choices: A. his father is a hero to him B. not enough information C. he is neutral in feelings toward his father D. he despises his father
his father is a hero to him
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b027_2
What does Harrison Ford do? Choices: A. He is an actor. B. He is an evolutionary biologist. C. not enough information D. He is a palaeontologist.
He is an actor.
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b027_3
After watching Raiders of the Lost Ark, what career plans did the writer probably think about? Choices: A. being a zoologist B. not enough information C. being an engineer D. being a paleontologist
being a paleontologist
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b027_4
What does the author probably think about paleontology today? Choices: A. The author probably gives it respect but doesn't want a career in it B. not enough information C. the author probably wishes he were a paleontologist D. the author probably doesn't care whether he is a paleontologist or not
The author probably gives it respect but doesn't want a career in it
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b027_5
Who took the writer to see Raiders of the Lost Ark? Choices: A. his father B. his son C. his mother D. not enough information
his father
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b027_6
Where did the author's father work? Choices: A. Chicago University B. University of Chicago C. not enough information D. Lost Ark
University of Chicago
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b027_7
What did the author go with his father to see in the movies in 1981? Choices: A. Star Wars B. not enough information C. Star Trek D. Raiders of the Lost Ark
Raiders of the Lost Ark
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b027_8
When did the author's father take him to see Raiders of the Lost Ark? Choices: A. in 1983 B. not enough information C. in 1986 D. in 1981
in 1981
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b027_9
Why was the writer impressed with Raiders of the Lost Ark? Choices: A. he liked scary movies B. he felt it emulated his father who was a paleontologist C. he liked Harrison Ford as an actor D. not enough information
he felt it emulated his father who was a paleontologist
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b027_10
When did the author watch the movie "Raiders of the Lost Ark"? Choices: A. not enough information B. 1981 C. 1982 D. 1980
1981
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b027_11
How long was the movie Raiders of the Lost Ark Choices: A. not enough information B. between 120 and 180 minutes C. 20 minutes D. 50 minutes
between 120 and 180 minutes
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b027_12
Who seemed to transform into a rock-hammer wielding superhero? Choices: A. Darwin B. Harrison Ford C. not enough information D. The author's father
The author's father
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b027_13
What did Jack Sepkoski probably enjoy most about his job? Choices: A. Probably he enjoyed days off the most B. not enough information C. Probably he enjoyed the field work and sharing with his son on adventures D. Probably he enjoyed typing into computers data
not enough information
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b027_14
The author very likely works in Choices: A. mountain climbing B. not enough information C. research or academia D. Indiana Jones
research or academia
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b027_15
How did Jack and his colleagues change how fossil scientists work? Choices: A. Jack and his colleagues built the first comprehensive database of by creating a palaeontological record of life B. by analyzing C. by digging on field trips D. not enough information
Jack and his colleagues built the first comprehensive database of by creating a palaeontological record of life
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b027_16
How does the author feel about his father's work? Choices: A. not enough information B. The author is sad. C. The author is proud. D. The author is angry.
The author is proud.
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b027_17
How was University of Chicago associated with Jack? Choices: A. not enough information B. It employed him part-time. C. It employed him for a part of the year D. It employed him for some time.
not enough information
[ "In 1981, when I was nine years old, my father took me to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Although I had to squint my eyes during some of the scary scenes, I loved it – in particular because I was fairly sure that Harrison Ford’s character was based on my dad. My father was a palaeontologist at the University of Chica...
b028_0
How long would it probably take to lose a substantial amount of weight? Choices: A. A couple of weeks B. Several months, to years C. a few days D. not enough information
Several months, to years
[ "Some fortunate people can go on a diet, lose the excess fat and then simply get on with their lives. Others get stuck in the eternal cycle of wanting to be thin, dieting, craving, bingeing, regaining the weight and then wanting to be thin again. You want to break free from this exhausting and depressing merry-go-r...
b028_1
How long has the author been studying dieting and weight lost cures? Choices: A. days B. years C. not enough information D. hours
years
[ "Some fortunate people can go on a diet, lose the excess fat and then simply get on with their lives. Others get stuck in the eternal cycle of wanting to be thin, dieting, craving, bingeing, regaining the weight and then wanting to be thin again. You want to break free from this exhausting and depressing merry-go-r...
b028_2
What does the author probably do as a full time occupation? Choices: A. works on computers B. not enough information C. writes magazines D. Nutritionist
Nutritionist
[ "Some fortunate people can go on a diet, lose the excess fat and then simply get on with their lives. Others get stuck in the eternal cycle of wanting to be thin, dieting, craving, bingeing, regaining the weight and then wanting to be thin again. You want to break free from this exhausting and depressing merry-go-r...
b028_3
After this article the author is likely: Choices: A. not enough information B. Satisfied with their lifestyle choice C. Happy to have found a magic cure D. Wanting to break free from the cycle
Satisfied with their lifestyle choice
[ "Some fortunate people can go on a diet, lose the excess fat and then simply get on with their lives. Others get stuck in the eternal cycle of wanting to be thin, dieting, craving, bingeing, regaining the weight and then wanting to be thin again. You want to break free from this exhausting and depressing merry-go-r...
b028_4
Who does the author believe can benefit from the right diet? Choices: A. fortunate people B. not enough information C. Everyone D. Some else
Everyone
[ "Some fortunate people can go on a diet, lose the excess fat and then simply get on with their lives. Others get stuck in the eternal cycle of wanting to be thin, dieting, craving, bingeing, regaining the weight and then wanting to be thin again. You want to break free from this exhausting and depressing merry-go-r...
b028_5
How does the author feel about trying different diets? Choices: A. They believe it is an eternal cycle you can get stuck in B. not enough information C. They encourage it until you find the right diet for you D. They believe it is exhausting and depressing
They encourage it until you find the right diet for you
[ "Some fortunate people can go on a diet, lose the excess fat and then simply get on with their lives. Others get stuck in the eternal cycle of wanting to be thin, dieting, craving, bingeing, regaining the weight and then wanting to be thin again. You want to break free from this exhausting and depressing merry-go-r...
b028_6
What is true of the author? Choices: A. not enough information B. The author cares about people keeping the weight off C. The author cares about destroying the myth of a magic cure D. The author cares about health and fitness
not enough information
[ "Some fortunate people can go on a diet, lose the excess fat and then simply get on with their lives. Others get stuck in the eternal cycle of wanting to be thin, dieting, craving, bingeing, regaining the weight and then wanting to be thin again. You want to break free from this exhausting and depressing merry-go-r...
b028_7
What point did the author make? Choices: A. Go on a diet an you will lose the excess fat B. not enough information C. Hard work, dedication, and change will lead to weight loss D. Get in tune with your body and then you'll lose weight
Hard work, dedication, and change will lead to weight loss
[ "Some fortunate people can go on a diet, lose the excess fat and then simply get on with their lives. Others get stuck in the eternal cycle of wanting to be thin, dieting, craving, bingeing, regaining the weight and then wanting to be thin again. You want to break free from this exhausting and depressing merry-go-r...