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CLASS 10 · FOOT PRINTS WITHOUT FEET SUPP. READER · CHAPTER 1

A Triumph of Surgery

Original, student-friendly answers for the story, reflection, and responsible pet-care response.

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A Triumph of Surgery

Textbook pages NCERT Footprints Without Feet, Chapter 1

Question Read and Find Out

Why was Tricki unwell, what did Mr Herriot advise, and how did Tricki recover?

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C

Answer

Too much rich food and little exercise made Tricki ill. A simple diet, activity, and time with other dogs helped him recover.

Question Think about It

How does Mrs Pumphrey’s love for Tricki contribute to his illness, and why is the title humorous?

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S

Answer

Her overfeeding harms Tricki despite her good intentions. The “surgery” succeeds through simple diet and exercise.

Question Talk about It / Write

What is a responsible way to care for a pet?

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G

Answer

Give suitable food, exercise, clean water, and veterinary care; follow the vet’s advice.

Question Read and Find Out I

Why is Mrs Pumphrey worried about Tricki? What does she do to help him, and is this wise? Who does “I” refer to?

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Notice Mrs Pumphrey’s observations

Answer

Tricki is inactive, so Mrs Pumphrey gives him rich food and treats; this worsens the problem. “I” refers to Mr Herriot, the vet.

Question Read and Find Out II

Is Mr Herriot as rich as Mrs Pumphrey? How does he treat Tricki? Why is he tempted to keep Tricki as a guest, and why does Mrs Pumphrey call the recovery a “triumph of surgery”?

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Compare the household details

Answer

Mr Herriot is less wealthy. Tricki gets water, sensible food, and exercise. The staff enjoy the food and drink sent; no operation was performed, making the title humorous.

Question Think about It I–III

Describe Mr Herriot’s character, predict Tricki’s return home, and decide whether the episode feels real, fictional, or both.

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Use actions to infer character

Answer

Herriot is kind, sensible, and firm. Tricki is delighted to return, but needs proper food and exercise. The story feels realistic with humorous exaggeration.

Question Talk about It I

Can indulgent behaviour that seems silly cause harm to others?

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Separate intention from effect

Answer

Yes. Good intentions can still cause harm. Tricki becomes ill because Mrs Pumphrey overfeeds him instead of following the vet’s advice.

Question Talk about It II

Are there parents or caregivers like Mrs Pumphrey?

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Give a balanced response

Answer

Yes. Some caregivers overindulge children. They can still show love while setting healthy limits.

Question Talk about It III

What might you do as a member of Mrs Pumphrey’s staff or as her neighbour? How might life be in either role?

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Consider what you could responsibly say

Answer

I would speak kindly, encourage the vet’s advice, and help with healthy meals and walks. Life would be comfortable but very focused on Tricki.

Question Talk about It IV

What would you do if you were Mr Herriot?

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Put the animal’s health first

Answer

I would assess Tricki, set a healthy food and exercise plan, observe him if needed, and explain the plan clearly to Mrs Pumphrey.

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