Question 1

Who is the author of the story 'A Triumph of Surgery'?

Accepted Answer

James Herriot is the author of the story 'A Triumph of Surgery'. He is also a veterinary surgeon who narrates the story of Tricki, the overfed dog.

Question 2

What is the name of the dog in the story?

Accepted Answer

The name of the dog in the story is Tricki. He is a small dog who is immensely pampered and overfed by his rich mistress, Mrs. Pumphrey.

Question 3

Who is Mrs. Pumphrey?

Accepted Answer

Mrs. Pumphrey is the rich and affectionate mistress of the dog Tricki. She loves him excessively and spoils him with rich food and comforts.

Question 4

What was the main cause of Tricki's illness?

Accepted Answer

The main cause of Tricki's illness was overeating and lack of physical exercise. Mrs. Pumphrey fed him too much rich food like cream cakes and chocolates.

Question 5

How did Tricki look when Mr. James Herriot saw him last on the street?

Accepted Answer

Tricki had become hugely fat, like a bloated sausage with a leg at each corner, showing his severe obesity due to overfeeding.

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