Q. Who is the author of A Triumph of Surgery?
Ans. The story was written by James Herriot.
Q. Who was Tricki?
Ans. Tricki was a small dog owned by Mrs Pumphrey.
Q. Who was Mrs Pumphrey?
Ans. Mrs Pumphrey was a wealthy woman who loved her dog Tricki very much.
Q. Why was Tricki seriously ill?
Ans. Tricki became unhealthy and overweight because he was overfed and did not get enough exercise.
Q. Who was Mr Herriot?
Ans. Mr Herriot was a veterinary surgeon who treated Tricki.
Q. What symptoms did Tricki show?
Ans. Tricki became lethargic, had no energy and was unwilling to do normal activities.
Q. What advice did Mr Herriot give Mrs Pumphrey?
Ans. He advised her to give Tricki less food, provide more exercise and stop giving him extra treats.
Q. Why did Mrs Pumphrey fail to follow the advice properly?
Ans. She loved Tricki excessively and found it difficult to control his food and treats.
Q. Why did Mr Herriot take Tricki to his surgery?
Ans. He took Tricki to his surgery because the dog needed proper care, a controlled diet and exercise.
Q. How did Tricki behave during the first days at the surgery?
Ans. Initially, Tricki was quiet and weak, but he gradually became more active.
Q. What food did Tricki receive at the surgery?
Ans. Tricki initially received no food for a short period and then was given a controlled diet, including simple food.
Q. How did the other dogs help Tricki recover?
Ans. Their company and playful activities encouraged Tricki to become active and exercise.
Q. Did Tricki require an operation?
Ans. No, Tricki did not require an operation. He recovered through proper diet, exercise and care.
Q. Why did Mrs Pumphrey send eggs and wine to the surgery?
Ans. She sent them because she was worried about Tricki and wanted to provide him with extra nourishment.
Q. Why did Mr Herriot and his colleagues enjoy the extra food and drinks?
Ans. They enjoyed the generous supplies sent by Mrs Pumphrey, including eggs, wine and brandy.
Q. How long did Tricki stay at the surgery?
Ans. Tricki stayed at the surgery for about a fortnight, or two weeks.
Q. How did Tricki change after treatment?
Ans. He became energetic, playful, healthier and much more active.
Q. How did Mrs Pumphrey react when Tricki returned home?
Ans. She was overjoyed to see Tricki healthy and believed that he had been cured wonderfully.
Q. Why is the title A Triumph of Surgery ironic?
Ans. The title is ironic because Tricki recovered without surgery; a sensible diet, exercise and proper care were enough.
Q. What is the main message of A Triumph of Surgery?
Ans. The story teaches that excessive affection and overfeeding can harm pets, while balanced food, exercise and responsible care keep them healthy.