MCQs For NCERT Class 10 English Chapter 1 A Triumph of Surgery

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Read the following extracts carefully and answer the questions that follow by choosing the correct option.

They were days of deep content, starting well with the extra egg in the morning,improved and sustained by the midday wine and finishing luxuriously round the fire with brandy. It was a temptation to keep Tricki on as a permanent guest, but I knew Mrs Pumphrey was suffering and after fortnight, felt compelled to phone and tell her that the little dog had recovered and was awaiting collection.

Question. Mr Herriot would start well with the ________________ in the morning.
a. milk
b. brandy
c. extra egg
d. sandwich

Question. It was a temptation to:
a. have fun with Mrs Pumphrey
b. to keep Tricki on as a permanent guest
c. to start the day with brandy
d. none of these

Question. Mr Herriot felt compelled to:
a. play with Tricki
b. take Tricki along with him
c. tell Mr Pumphrey that the little dog has recovered
d. let Mr Pumphrey suffer

Question. Which of the following is not true?
a. These days were the days of deep content.
b. Mr Herriot did not know that Mrs Pumphrey was suffering.
c. He would finish luxuriously round the fire with brandy.
d. It was a temptation to keep Tricki.

Question. Which word means the same as ‘the desire to do something’?
a. Temptation
b. Suffering
c. Permanent
d. Sustained

Answer the following questions by choosing the correct option.

Question. The doctor helped the chauffeur bring out:
a. Tricki who had become extremely fat.
b. Tricki’s coats, bowls, toys and beds.
c. Tricki’s numerous medicines.
d. Tricki’s convalescing food and drinks.

Question.The narrator describes Tricki as a “pathetic little animal”. The use of the word ‘pathetic’ indicates that the narrator:
a. was very fond of Tricki.
b. thought Tricki was contemptible.
c. pitied Tricki’s condition.
d. believed Tricki’s health was deteriorating

Question. What effect did Dr Herriot’s treatment produce on Tricki?
a. He remained listless for several days.
b. He never showed interest in his surroundings.
c. He became active on the third day.
d. He never responded to the other dogs. 

Question. What was best for Tricki, according to the vet?
a. To take Tricki to the hospital.
b. To take Tricki for a walk.
c. To let Tricki have sugar.
d. Both b. and c.

Question. Why does the narrator describe being “tramped on and squashed” as joys?
a. To suggest the irony about the strange ways of dogs.
b. To mention the simple pleasures of canine life.
c. To compare it to Tricki’s earlier play-time at the house.
d. To direct attention towards Tricki’s successful recovery.

Question. Why was Tricki sent to the surgery?
a. Dr Herriot wanted to give him some special food.
b. Dr Herriot wanted to give him some medicine.
c. Dr Herriot wanted to keep him under observation.
d. He could get proper rest there.

Question. Tears shone in Mrs Pumphrey’s eyes because:
a. she was sad for Tricki as she still looked sickly
b. she was angry with the vet.
c. she was unhappy as Tricki did not greet her.
d. she was happy to see Tricki recovered.

Question. “In two weeks he had been transformed into a lithe, hard-muscled animal.” What is the meaning of the word “lithe”?
a. Dirty
b. Graceful
c. Misbehaving
d. Rude

Question. What did the doctor advise?
a. To cut Tricki’s food.
b. To give Tricki more exercise.
c. To keep Tricki on a very strict diet.
d. All of these

Question. What does the reference to Tricki as a “silky little object” signify?
a. Tricki was a very small and rather pampered dog.
b. Tricki was comfortably attired in fine silks and warm coats.
c. Unlike the other dogs, Tricki had lived in the lap of luxury with care and grooming.
d. The narrator’s mockery of Tricki’s life and treatment with Mrs Pumphrey.

Question. What special treatment was Tricki given at the surgery?
a. He was made to remain hungry by avoiding food. .
b. He was given lots of water.
c. He was given medicines.
d. Both a. and b.

Question. Why is the narrator tempted to keep Tricki as a permanent guest?
a. Because he loved Tricki.
b. He thought Mrs Pumphrey woudn’t take good care of Tricki.
c. They would lose all luxuries like eggs, wine and brandy.
d. None of the above

Question. Why did the doctor feel satisfied?
a. His ideas worked on Tricki.
b. His treatment failed.
c. Mrs Pumphrey was angry with him.
d. Tricki drove away the other dogs.

Question. How would you decribe Mrs Pumphrey?
a. Loving
b. Over-doing
c. Intelligent
d. Rational 

Question. What surprised Tricki’s mistress?
a. His ill health
b. His slow recovery
c. His quick recovery
d. Dr Herriot’s nature

Reference to Context

1. Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow:
It was a temptation to keep Tricki on as a permanent guest, but I knew Mrs. Pumphrey was suffering and after a fortnight felt compelled to phone and tell her that the little dog had recovered and was awaiting collection.

(a) The above lines were spoken by:
(a) Mrs. Pumphrey
(b) Mr. Herriot
(c) Chauffeur
(d) Tricki

(b) Choose the option that lists the set of statements that are NOT TRUE according to the given extract.
1. Tricki was an active dog.
2. The vet knew how to heal Tricki.
3. The vet enjoyed the treats sent for Tricki.
4. Tricki now needed the treats.
5. Tricki enjoy her stay at the vet’s for the ‘surgery’.
6. The vet felt guilty about enjoying the food.
7. The vet did the right thing.
(a) 1, 2, 4
(b) 1, 2, 3
(c) 1, 4, 6
(d) 3, 5, 7

(c) Pick the option that correctly classifies fact/s (F) and opinion/s (O) of the students below.

(a) F – 1, 2 and O – 3, 4
(b) F – 1, 2, 4 and O – 3
(c) F – 1, 2 and O – 3, 4
(d) F – 3 and O – 1, 2, 4

(d) Who was informed that the dog was all right now?
(a) the doctor
(b) the nurse
(c) Mrs. Pumphrey
(d) the attendant

(e) Who cured Tricki without any medication?
(a) the narrator
(b) Mrs. Pumphrey
(c) the nurse
(d) the junior doctor

2. During the excitement, I helped the chauffeur to bring out the beds, toys, cushions, coats and bowls, none of which had been used. As the car moved away, Mrs Pumphrey leaned out of the window. Tears shone in her eyes. Her lips trembled. “Oh, Mr Herriot,” she cried, “how can I ever thank you? This is a triumph of surgery!”

(a) What is Mr Herriot’s profession?
(a) Retired veteran
(b) College professor
(c) Veterinary surgeon
(d) None of these

(b) How did Mrs Pumphrey call out Tricki’s unbelievable transformation?
(a) as a triumph of surgery
(b) as a shock she could not get over
(c) as a completely predictable outcome
(d) as a successful therapy

(c) “None of which had been used.” Why had they not been used by Tricki?
(a) Because they were not fancy enough for him
(b) Because he didn’t actually need expensive objects or clothes
(c) Because they were used by other dogs
(d) Because he didn’t like the toys, cushions or bowls

(d) Why did the narrator want to have Tricki as a permanent guest?
(a) because he was worried that Tricki will get sick again
(b) because Mrs Pumphrey did not want Tricki anymore
(c) because he and his staff wanted him to become extremely fit
(d) because they wanted to enjoy the extravagant delicacies sent by Mrs Pumphrey

3. Mrs. Pumphrey hastened to explain, “He was so listless, Mr. Herriot. He seemed to have no energy. I thought he must be suffering from malnutrition, so I have been giving him some little extras between meals to build him up, some malt and cod-liver oil and a bowl of Horlicks at night to make him sleep — nothing much really.”
(a) Who is Mrs. Pumphrey talking about? Why do you think she “hastened” to explain?
(b) After looking at “him”, what was Mr. Herriot worried about?
Ans. (a) Mrs. Pumphery is talking about Tricki, her pet dog. Because she was worried for him, she quickly explained the reason for Tricki’s obesity at which Mr Herriot seemed aghast.
(b) My Herriot, a veterinarian surgeon, was worried about Tricki’s health. He rightfully felt that if Mrs Pumphrey did not look after Tricki well and controlled his diet, then Tricki may develop serious health complications.

4. The entire staff was roused and maids rushed in and out bringing his day bed, his night bed, favourite cushions, toys and rubber rings, breakfast bowl, lunch bowl, supper bowl. Realising that my car would never hold all the stuff, I started to drive away. As I moved off, Mrs Pumphrey, with a despairing cry, threw an armful of the little coats through the window. I looked in the mirror before I turned the corner of the drive; everybody was in tears.
(a) What do you infer from this passage regarding Tricki’s position in the house?
(b) Where was Tricki going and why?
Ans. (a) The passage shows that Tricki was a loved animal and an apple of everyone’s eyes. The entire staff including Mrs. Pumphrey doted on Tricki. But, sadly, they could not understand his true needs.
(b) Tricki was going to live with Mr. Herriot for a while for his treatment as he had been abstaining from eating and vomiting due to his sedentary and excessive lifestyle.

5. From then on, his progress was rapid. He had no medicinal treatment of any kind but all day he ran about with the dogs, joining in their friendly scrimmages. He discovered the joys of being bowled over, tramped on, and squashed every few minutes. He became an accepted member of the gang, an unlikely, silky little object among the shaggy crew, fighting like a tiger for his share at mealtimes and hunting rats in the old henhouse at night. He had never had such a time in his life.
(a) How do you think Tricki improved despite the absence of medical treatment?
(b) Compare Tricki’s time in Mr. Herriot’s place with his life in his mistress’ home.
Ans. (a) Tricki had no serious disease or illness. His problem was an overindulgent pet-parent. The moment his diet was trimmed and he was allowed to play with other dogs, his condition improved naturally.
(b) In Mrs. Pumphrey’s home, Tricki was a miserable little dog, dressed in fineries and beautiful clothes and overfed on rich goodies. He had grown obese, was uncomfortable walking, and had almost no energy. However, in Mr. Herriot’s home, Tricki became the opposite. He was happier, healthier, and more energetic.

6. During the excitement, I helped the chauffeur to bring out the beds, toys, cushions, coats, and bowls, none of which had been used. As the car moved away, Mrs Pumphrey leaned out of the window. Tears shone in her eyes. Her lips trembled. “Oh, Mr Herriot,” she cried, “how can I ever thank you? This is a triumph of surgery!”
(a) Explain why Mrs Pumphrey said: This is a triumph of surgery!
(b) The narrator was once tempted to keep Tricki as his permanent guest. Why do you think he wanted that?
Ans. (a) Mrs. Pumphrey could not grasp the fact that the transformation of her obese pet into a hard muscled animal was the result of therapy. In such a short time, Tricki had transformed, and Mrs. Pumphrey thought that Mr. Herriot must have performed surgery on him.
(b) Mr . Herriot and his staff had become used to the extravagant delicacies like eggs, wine bottles, and brandy bottles that Mrs. Pumphrey had been sending to his place. Though they were intended for Tricki’s convalescence, yet Tricki did not need them at all.