Tricky got sick. Dr. Herriot was asked to come in. He knew right away that Tricki did not need medicine when he looked at the dog. He became sick because he ate too much. Tricki didn't get any food from the doctor. For two days, he gave him a lot of water. After two days, the dog started to pay attention to what was going on around him. Tricki didn't seem interested in the food on the third day, but he did play with the other dogs. The following day, the doctor set up a different bowl for Tricki. He was pleased to see that Tricki fought his way to the supper bowl. Soon, he began to make quick progress. He played with the dogs all day and enjoyed the friendly games. He quickly joined the group.
How did Tricki get sick?
(a) Due to a contagious disease
(b) Because he didn't eat enough
(c) He ate too much
(d) Lack of exercise
Solution
(c) He ate too much
What did Tricki receive from the doctor for the first two days?
(a) Medication
(b) Plenty of food
(c) Lots of toys
(d) A lot of water
Solution
(d) A lot of water
What did Tricki do on the third day that indicated improvement?
(a) Ate a lot of food
(b) Played with other dogs
(c) Slept all day
(d) Refused to interact with others
Solution
(b) Played with other dogs
What pleased Dr. Herriot about Tricki's behavior?
(a) Tricki slept all day
(b) Tricki refused to eat
(c) Tricki fought his way to the supper bowl
(d) Tricki ignored the other dogs
Solution
(c) Tricki fought his way to the supper bowl
Suggested Reading: Why was the narrator shocked at Tricki’s appearance?
Who was Dr. James Herriot?
Mr. James Herriot was a competent veterinary surgeon. He knows that Tricki's mistake is that he is ate too much. For the first two days after surgery, he gives the dog a lot of water. His plan works. Mrs. Pumphrey thanks Mr. Herriot and calls what he did "A triumph of Surgery."
Who was Tricki?
Tricky is a little dog. His rich owner, Mrs. Pumphrey takes very good care of him. He is given delicious food and royal comforts. His only mistake is that he is too hungry. He really likes chocolate and cream cakes. Tricky is dull when he only eats and doesn't play. He gets sick and loses all of his drive and energy. Mr. Herriot cared about Tricki as a person, and his plan to give Tricki no food but lots of water for the first two days at the surgery works well. Tricki gets better from his illness slowly.
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