河南省开封市第五重点中学2021-2022学年高二上学期12月第六轮周测英语试卷（Word版缺答案，无听力试题）

河南省开封市第五中学2021-2022学年高二上学期第六轮周测英语试卷
一、阅读理解（每小题5分，共100分）
A篇
This is the best time and this is the worst time; this is the time of great material richness and this is the time of desert of soul. Everyone seems to be rushing around for something but they have never fullfilled their dreams. Everyone tries to seek happiness but it seems to be nowhere to be found.
When asked M What on earth can make you happy ”, most modem men would give similar replies such as becoming extremely wealthy, or getting promoted in work and then becoming very wealthy. When asked "What will you do with your wealth ", they would make a long list of things they have been longing for. However, haven’t you noticed the multimillionaires are not as happy as we common guys suppose them to he Haven’t you noticed that the multimillionaire celebrities(名人) don’t even enjoy the fundamental freedom of going shopping with their own families without being followed by annoying paparazzi
If we focus our happiness on such big issues, we are bound to be unhappy all through our life, because those big issues might just occur to us once in a blue moon.
As Socrates(苏格拉底) once put it, "He is the richest man who is content with the least, for content is the wealth of nature." But how can we n be content with the least" If you pay due attention, you will find our life is loaded with little joys, sometimes too little to he noticeable. Stop once in a while in your rush to your destination, look around and you will see that there are always little things worth cheering for. You got an ” A” in a test. Good! You listened to all inspiring lectures. Great! You offered a helping hand to someone who had a flat tire. Amazing! Your dream girl or boy greeted you with a sweet smile. Fantastic! Let’s cheer for the little joys in life! Please keep in mind that never should we wait to be happy!
1. What is the best title of the passage
A.Money Means Happiness B.Happiness Is All Around Us
C.Dreams Make Our Life Rich D.Satisfaction Is Unacceptable
2.What does the underlined phrase in the third paragraph probably mean
A.Rarely. B.Regularly. C.Normally. D.Frequently.
3.According to Socrates, people who are "content with the least" are _________.
A.greedy B.ambitious C.optimistic D.reliable
4.In the last paragraph, what does the author suggest we should do
A.Set up great goals in life. B.Make full use of opportunities.
C.Enjoy every moment in life. D.Seek significant issues in life.
B篇
Storing food is common in members of the crow family. A new study tested the birds outside for this naturally occurring behaviour, which may have evolved (进化) specifically because it gives crows a survival advantage. Some crow species are known to naturally use tools to recover food. So the researchers tested whether the birds could store and recover a tool. So they could get it at their food after a gap of 17 hours — something we wouldn't expect them to do naturally. But they were able to instantly select the tool out of a number of unnecessary items.
In another experiment, the researchers taught crows to select a token(礼品券) from a number of items so that they could then exchange it for food. Again, the birds then showed that they could plan for the future using this new behaviour. This is different from all of the previous studies in future planning, which have focused on naturally occurring behaviour. For example, we know that chimpanzees select, transport and save appropriate tools for future needs.
These studies have shown that animals can plan for the future — but they leave an important question open for debate. Are animals only able to plan to use abilities that have evolved to give them a specific advantage, or can they flexibly and intelligently apply planning behaviour across various actions Most critics would say the former, as the animals were tested in naturally occurring behaviour.
But the new research provides the first evidence that animal species can plan for the future using behaviour that doesn't typically occur in nature. This supports the view that at least some recognitive(认知的) abilities in animals don't evolve just in response to specific problems. Instead, it suggests that animals can apply these behaviours flexibly across problems in a similar way to humans. We need to study how flexible behaviour evolved. Then we might be able to see how crows’ ability to plan for the future fits in with their broader cognitive powers.
5.What's the new finding about some crows according to Paragraph 1
A.They can store food.
B.They can use tools to recover food.
C.They can store and recover tools.
D.They can select and store food.
6.What are crows trained by researchers to do when given a token
A.Reject it casually. B.Exchange it for food.
C.Save it as their food. D.Build a nest with it.
7.What can we infer about the studies that animals can plan for the future
A.They are debatable B.They are disappointing.
C.They are logical. D.They are convincing.
8.What can be learned about flexible behaviour in animals
A.It develops only with age. B.It is unclear how it evolved.
C.No animals but crows benefit from it D.It helps plan for the future.
C篇
When it comes to materials to do good to our body, it must be mentioned that there are all sorts of foods to everyone’s taste. Some foods are known to have a completely ruined effect on your brain function, and nutritionists advise us not to consume them too much in order to limit their negative impacts.
Here are the top live foods that kill your intelligence.
1. Sugar
Sugar and sugary products are bad not only for your waistline, but for your brain function as well. Long-term consumption of sugar can create a lot of neurological(神经系统的) problems, and it can also do harm to your memory. On the other hand, sugar can also bring damage to your ability to learn. So avoid the products.
2. Alcohol
Alcohol is known to harm your liver (肝)in the long run, and it also causes what is known as "brain fog", a feeling of mental confusion. It acts like a cloud that impacts your ability to think clearly, as well as your memory. Have you ever noticed that you cannot remember common items’ names This might be influenced by high alcohol intake, which impacts the balance of the brain.
3..Junk Food
A recent study has revealed that junk food can change the chemicals in the brain, thus leading to symptoms associated with depression and anxiety. Besides, foods that are high in fat can also produce some symptoms that are similar to the signs of "miss" when you stop consuming them. These foods affect the production of dopamine(多巴胺), an important chemical that promotes happiness and an overall feeling of well-being.
4. Very Salty Foods
Everybody knows that salty foods affect your blood pressure and they are very hard on your heart. However,as research suggests, foods that contain high amounts of salt can affect your learning function and make your ability to think imperfect. Otherwise stated, salty foods affect your intelligence! As a matter of fact, the consumption of salty foods has been shown to have the same effect as taking drugs, as it can cause uncomfortable symptoms and hunger for salty foods.
5. Foods with Processed Proteins(蛋白质)
Meat is the richest source of high-quality protein, but avoid overly processed proteins such as hot dogs, sausages and so on. Unlike the natural proteins that help your body protect the nervous system, processed proteins do exactly the opposite. Better choose natural products, such as fish, dairy products, and seeds as these are natural, high-quality protein sources.
9.Which group of foods may affect your memory
A.Sugar and alcohol. B.Sugar and junk food.
C.Alcohol and junk food. D.Sugar and very salty foods.
10.If you want to promote happiness, which of the following should you stop eating
A.Sugar. B.Foods with processed proteins.
C.Alcohol. D.Junk food.
11.Compared to the overly processed proteins, which of the following is an advantage of the natural proteins
A.The protection of the nervous system.
B.The increase of dopamine.
C.The protection of your intelligence.
D.The increase of happiness.
12.In terms of the mentioned foods, what does the writer seems to tell us
A.They will affect our health once eaten.
B.The more we eat, the less chance of illness we will get.
C.The key point is to pay special attention to the amount we take.
D.Once we are addicted, it’s hard to get rid of them.
D篇
I’m originally from Orange County, California, where I had the pleasure and honor of serving as a Newport Beach ocean lifeguard. Whenever I could, I got shifts working the Point. The Point was known for its massive rip currents(退潮流).
So, late in a shift, I was working Tower 15. Two blocks to my right was another guard named Mike, working Tower 17. He called me, “Hey, I got a couple of kids. I gotta go and give them a warning. Keep an eye on us.” I said, “Sure.”
And sure enough, as soon as he hung up the phone and grabbed his buoy(航标), a rip was snapped up under these two kids, and they were getting sucked out. All I saw was two small noses bobbing in the water. Mike was dashing toward the ocean.
By now, the mother of the two kids realized what was happening. She was screaming. I started rushing toward her, but before I was even halfway there, Mike reached the kids.
Mike swam sideways out of the rip current into the clear water and started bringing them in. When I reached their mother, Mike was in waist-deep water. The kids were so exhausted, so Mike was carrying them, one under each arm.
I turned to their mom, “Hey, it’s OK. They’re safe.” I saw her terror start to fade.
She glanced back and got her first good look at Mike. He had a number of really scary tattoos( 纹身), and his shaved head showed the scar he got from a broken beer bottle.Then a crazy thing happened. I saw a new kind of panic wash over her as though there was some new, equally dangerous threat on her kids’ lives. She rushed up to Mike and snatched her kids. Not even a thank-you.
Mike just glanced at me, shrugged, and jogged back to his tower.
If any other guard had worked 17 that night, including me, there would be a very real chance that that mother wasn’t going home with both her kids.
13.Which of the following words can best describe “ Mike’s reaction to the two kids in danger”
A.Rude and aggressive. B.Quick and brave.
C.Careless and risky. D.Slow and cautious.
14.Why didn’t the woman say “ thank you” to Mike
A.He was rude to her kids.
B.She was too exhausted to say any words.
C.He got tired of being highly thought of.
D.He looked like a threatening guy with tattoos and scars.
15.What information does the author want to convey in the story
A.Be a friendly and easy-going lifeguard.
B.Watch out for your kids playing on the beach.
C.Don’t let fear or prejudice prevent you recognizing a hero.
D.Never judge a hero by his way of rescuing.
二、根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Are you currently finding a job Whether you are looking for a new job or a part-time job, job searching can be difficult and frustrating. ___16____ Here are some basic job searching tips for a more effective job search.
____17_____
It's important to determine what kind of jobs you want to apply for first, because everything you do and each step you take need to support that direction. Once you are clear on what kind of jobs you want, it will help you find a more satisfying job.
Use Your Network.
At least 60% of jobs are found through networking, so you should not overlook the power of networking. Be strategic about your connections and the networking events you attend. _____18_____ Don't go just to say you are finding a job. If you try to make a meaningful connection or two at each event, that will come with the natural flow of conversation.
Read Job Descriptions Carefully.
Once you have found a job that you want to apply for, make sure to read job descriptions carefully. Do they want you to submit your resume online Do they want a PDF of your resume Do they want a covering letter or a video ____19_____ Failure to follow their directions can lead to your application being rejected.
Set a Schedule and Stay Organised.
You don't want to leave your job search to chance. Determine how much time a week you want to spend on your job search and then commit to that. Stay organised with your job searching efforts. You can summarise things like keywords and job titles you frequently search for. _____20_____ This will help you to save time, since all of the information will be in one place.
16.Make a Detailed Plan.
17.Have a Clear Direction.
18.We are exposed to all kinds of information.
19.You can also keep track of the jobs you have applied for.
20.However, the good news is that you can find a satisfying job.
F.Do they ask you to submit your application to a specific e-mail address
G.Make sure you have something meaningful to contribute to the discussion.