A Triumph of Surgery

What did Tricki do after recovering at the surgery?
a) He refused to go home
b) He played with the other dogs
c) He ran away
d) He became aggressive
Answer: b) He played with the other dogs

What was Mrs. Pumphrey’s initial reaction to Tricki’s illness?
a) She followed the vet’s advice strictly
b) She became extremely worried
c) She ignored it
d) She took him to a human doctor
Answer: b) She became extremely worried

What was the first sign of Tricki’s illness?
a) He was vomiting
b) He refused food and was listless
c) He barked continuously
d) He had a fever
Answer: b) He refused food and was listless

How did Mrs. Pumphrey pamper Tricki?
a) By giving him excessive food
b) By buying expensive clothes for him
c) By never letting him play outside
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above

How did Tricki’s health improve at the surgery?
a) He was given medicine
b) He was given a balanced diet and exercise
c) He was kept in isolation
d) He was given more luxurious food
Answer: b) He was given a balanced diet and exercise

What did Mrs. Pumphrey believe was wrong with Tricki?
a) He had a serious disease
b) He was weak due to malnutrition
c) He was too energetic
d) He needed more playtime
Answer: b) He was weak due to malnutrition

What did the narrator tell Mrs. Pumphrey about Tricki’s condition?
a) That he needed immediate hospitalization
b) That he would recover at home
c) That he needed surgery
d) That he needed medication
Answer: a) That he needed immediate hospitalization

How did Tricki’s stay at the surgery affect the other dogs?
a) They ignored him at first
b) They welcomed him immediately
c) They were jealous of him
d) They were scared of him
Answer: a) They ignored him at first

What happened to Tricki’s belongings at the surgery?
a) They were used by other dogs
b) They remained untouched
c) They were thrown away
d) They were sent back home
Answer: b) They remained untouched

How did Tricki behave when he saw Mrs. Pumphrey after recovery?
a) He jumped excitedly into her lap
b) He ignored her
c) He was scared of her
d) He refused to leave the surgery
Answer: a) He jumped excitedly into her lap

What was the narrator’s profession?
a) A human doctor
b) A veterinarian
c) A pet trainer
d) A pet shop owner
Answer: b) A veterinarian

Why did Mrs. Pumphrey spoil Tricki?
a) Because she loved him too much
b) Because he was a special breed
c) Because he was sick
d) Because he was the only dog she had
Answer: a) Because she loved him too much

What did Tricki do on his first day at the surgery?
a) Slept without moving
b) Played with other dogs
c) Ate a big meal
d) Tried to escape
Answer: a) Slept without moving

How did the other dogs at the surgery react to Tricki at first?
a) They sniffed him and ignored him
b) They fought with him
c) They immediately played with him
d) They avoided him completely
Answer: a) They sniffed him and ignored him

What did Tricki start doing after a few days at the surgery?
a) Eating well and playing with other dogs
b) Staying in bed all the time
c) Becoming aggressive
d) Running away
Answer: a) Eating well and playing with other dogs

What did Mrs. Pumphrey send to the surgery every day?
a) Expensive food and drinks
b) Tricki’s medicines
c) A new coat for Tricki
d) Her personal letters
Answer: a) Expensive food and drinks

Why did the narrator consider keeping Tricki permanently?
a) Because he loved the dog
b) Because he was enjoying the luxurious food Mrs. Pumphrey sent
c) Because Tricki was very obedient
d) Because Tricki was still sick
Answer: b) Because he was enjoying the luxurious food Mrs. Pumphrey sent

What was the final gift Mrs. Pumphrey sent to the surgery?
a) A bottle of brandy
b) A new leash for Tricki
c) A basket of chocolates
d) A pet bed
Answer: a) A bottle of brandy

What did Tricki’s transformation prove?
a) That good care and proper diet are important for health
b) That surgery is the only solution for a sick pet
c) That pets should not be taken to veterinarians
d) That expensive food makes dogs healthy
Answer: a) That good care and proper diet are important for health

What was the narrator’s final decision regarding Tricki?
a) To return him to Mrs. Pumphrey
b) To keep him at the surgery permanently
c) To find him a new owner
d) To conduct an operation
Answer: a) To return him to Mrs. Pumphrey

What did Tricki learn at the surgery?
a) To be active and eat properly
b) To wear expensive coats
c) To eat chocolates
d) To avoid playing
Answer: a) To be active and eat properly

How did Mrs. Pumphrey react to Tricki’s return?
a) She cried with happiness
b) She scolded the narrator
c) She refused to take him back
d) She asked for another check-up
Answer: a) She cried with happiness

What did the narrator want Mrs. Pumphrey to do for Tricki?
a) Follow a strict diet and exercise routine
b) Give him more food
c) Take him to a new doctor
d) Buy him more coats
Answer: a) Follow a strict diet and exercise routine

Why did Tricki’s condition improve so quickly?
a) He was given the right amount of food and exercise
b) He was given special medicine
c) He was treated with expensive medical procedures
d) He was kept in a comfortable room
Answer: a) He was given the right amount of food and exercise

What was Tricki’s behavior like after recovery?
a) Energetic and playful
b) Lazy and inactive
c) Weak and tired
d) Aggressive
Answer: a) Energetic and playful

What kind of story is “A Triumph of Surgery”?
a) Humorous and informative
b) A horror story
c) A science fiction story
d) A tragic story
Answer: a) Humorous and informative

Who is the narrator of the story?
a) Tricki
b) The veterinarian
c) Mrs. Pumphrey
d) A neighbor
Answer: b) The veterinarian

What lesson does the story teach?
a) Overfeeding pets is harmful
b) Surgery is always needed for sick animals
c) Dogs should not be kept as pets
d) Pets should be kept indoors
Answer: a) Overfeeding pets is harmful

What did Mrs. Pumphrey misunderstand about Tricki’s condition?
a) She thought he was weak, but he was just overweight
b) She thought he had a serious illness
c) She thought he needed surgery
d) She thought he was getting old
Answer: a) She thought he was weak, but he was just overweight

Why is the story titled “A Triumph of Surgery”?
a) Because Tricki recovered without surgery
b) Because the doctor performed a successful operation
c) Because Tricki never needed medical care
d) Because Tricki became a show dog
Answer: a) Because Tricki recovered without surgery