CBSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE

CLASS 10

A TRIUMPH OF SURGERY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
” I think I know a cure for you.” Who is ‘I”?
A
Mrs. Pumphrey
B
Mrs. Pumphrey’s husband
C
Mr. Herriot
D
Mrs. Pumphrey’s servant
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Mr. Herriot was a veterinary surgeon who knew the cause of Tricki’s ailment from the beginning. He also knew the cure and even advised it to Mrs. Pumphrey but her ignorance and extra caring nature didn’t help Tricki anyhow.

Detailed explanation-2: -“I think I know a cure for you.” What was the ‘cure’? Ans: It was the cure to control Tricki’s diet. He did not give any food to Tricki for two days.

Detailed explanation-3: -Expert-Verified Answer "I”, here, refers to Mr. Herriot. He narrates this because he is a vet doctor and knows how to treat a dog. He brought Tricki to the hospital with him and gave him the same treatment he gave to other dogs, as well as the necessary exercise to keep him active.

Detailed explanation-4: -Dr James Herriot was a competent veterinary surgeon. His practical approach and common sense helped in the rapid recovery of Tricki.

Detailed explanation-5: -Mr. Herriot, the narrator and a veterinary surgeon, is a man of good and noble character and one of those very few who help others in need. He advises Mrs Pumphrey to feed Tricki a balanced diet.

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