10 Questions
How did Mrs Pumphrey react when she saw Tricki for the first time after his recovery?
She was emotional, asking the narrator if Tricki was really better and her hands were tightly clasped in front of her.
Describe Tricki's physical transformation after two weeks of recovery.
Tricki had been transformed into a lithe, hard-muscled animal, keeping up well with the pack, stretching out in great bounds.
How did Tricki react when he saw Mrs Pumphrey after his recovery?
Tricki took off from the narrator's arms, leaped into Mrs Pumphrey's lap, swarmed over her, licked her face, and barked.
Why did the narrator feel compelled to phone Mrs Pumphrey after two weeks?
The narrator felt compelled to inform Mrs Pumphrey that Tricki had recovered and was awaiting collection.
How did Tricki behave when he was reunited with the pack of dogs in the garden?
Tricki was keeping up well with the pack, stretching out in great bounds, almost brushing the ground with his chest.
What was the chauffeur doing when the narrator carried Tricki to Mrs Pumphrey's car?
The chauffeur was holding the car door open for Mrs Pumphrey.
How did Tricki show his excitement when he saw Mrs Pumphrey outside the car?
Tricki took off from the narrator's arms in a tremendous leap and sailed into Mrs Pumphrey's lap.
What did Mrs Pumphrey have to do when Tricki swarmed over her after the reunion?
Mrs Pumphrey had to defend herself as Tricki licked her face and barked.
Why did the narrator decide not to keep Tricki as a permanent guest?
The narrator knew Mrs Pumphrey was suffering without Tricki and felt compelled to return him to her.
How did Tricki's behavior change after his recovery compared to when he was sick?
Tricki became a lithe, hard-muscled animal, active and energetic, blending in with the pack of dogs.
Study Notes
Mrs. Pumphrey's Concern for Tricki
- Mrs. Pumphrey believes Tricki will pine and die if he doesn't see her every day.
- The narrator takes a firm stance, deeming it necessary to take Tricki to save him.
The Journey to the Car
- The entire staff is roused to bring Tricki's belongings, including his day bed, night bed, favourite cushions, toys, and rubber rings.
- The narrator's car is unable to hold all the items, prompting Mrs. Pumphrey to throw an armful of little coats through the window.
Tricki's Recovery
- The narrator takes Tricki to the surgery, where the household dogs swarm around him.
- Tricki initially looks dull and motionless, but eventually becomes an accepted member of the gang, fighting for food and hunting rats.
- Mrs. Pumphrey frequently calls for updates, and the narrator assures her that Tricki is out of danger and convalescing rapidly.
The Effects of Tricki's Stay
- Mrs. Pumphrey starts bringing fresh eggs, wine, and brandy to the surgery, enriching the household's meals and drinks.
- The narrator and his partners enjoy the extra luxuries, with lunch becoming a ceremonial occasion.
Tricki's Return
- After a fortnight, the narrator phones Mrs. Pumphrey to inform her that Tricki has recovered and is awaiting collection.
- Mrs. Pumphrey arrives in a luxurious car, and the narrator returns Tricki to her, transformed into a lithe, hard-muscled animal.
- Tricki leaps into Mrs. Pumphrey's lap, licking her face and barking.
Read an excerpt from the book 'All Creatures Great and Small' by James Herriot about Mrs Pumphrey's response to Tricki Woo's recovery. Test your comprehension of the text with this quiz.
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