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James Herriot's 'All Creatures Great and Small' Quiz

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What did Mrs. Pumphrey give Tricki to build him up?

Vegetables and fruits only

Cream cakes and chocolates

Meat and bone broth

Malt, cod-liver oil, and a bowl of Horlicks at night (correct)

What was Tricki's appearance like according to the text?

Slender and energetic, ready for any challenge

Hugely fat, like a bloated sausage with a leg at each corner (correct)

Thin and emaciated, showing signs of malnutrition

Muscular and robust, with shining eyes and a glossy coat

Why did Mrs. Pumphrey relent on cutting down sweet things for Tricki?

She didn't think sweet things were harmful for Tricki

Tricki appeared weak and she couldn't refuse him (correct)

Tricki refused to eat anything else

She wanted Tricki to gain weight quickly

What concern did the narrator have about Tricki based on Mrs. Pumphrey's actions?

Overfeeding and lack of proper nutrition for Tricki Signup and view all the answers

Why was there no ring-throwing for Tricki recently?

Hodgkin, the gardener, was down with lumbago Signup and view all the answers

Why did Mrs. Pumphrey find it difficult to keep Tricki on a strict diet?

Tricki refused to eat anything, even his favorite dishes. Signup and view all the answers

How did Mrs. Pumphrey react when the vet suggested hospitalizing Tricki for observation?

She was distraught and believed Tricki would pine and die without seeing her every day. Signup and view all the answers

What was Tricki's condition that led to him being hospitalized?

He was continuously panting and seeking comfort on a rug. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the vet suggest hospitalizing Tricki for a fortnight?

To allow for close observation of Tricki's health and behavior. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the vet think hospitalizing Tricki was the only way to save him?

Tricki was very ill and required close medical attention. Signup and view all the answers

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Tricki's Health Issues

Tricki, a dog, was seen in the street with his mistress, Mrs Pumphrey, and appeared hugely fat, with bloodshot and rheumy eyes.
Tricki was listless, had no energy, and was being overfed by Mrs Pumphrey, who was giving him "little extras" between meals, including malt, cod-liver oil, and Horlicks.

Cause of Tricki's Illness

Tricki's only fault was greed, and he would eat anything at any time.
Mrs Pumphrey couldn't resist giving him treats, including cream cakes and chocolates, despite being advised to cut down on sweet things.

Vet's Warning and Advice

The vet warned Mrs Pumphrey that if she didn't cut down Tricki's food and increase his exercise, he would become really ill.
The vet advised a strict diet and more exercise, but Mrs Pumphrey found it difficult to resist Tricki's demands.

Tricki's Deteriorating Health

Tricki's health further deteriorated, as he stopped eating, vomited, and spent most of his time lying on a rug, panting.
The vet suggested hospitalizing Tricki for observation, but Mrs Pumphrey was reluctant, fearing Tricki would pine and die without her.

The Solution

The vet took a firm line, emphasizing that hospitalization was the only way to save Tricki's life, and eventually convinced Mrs Pumphrey to let Tricki be hospitalized.

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Test your knowledge on the beloved book series 'All Creatures Great and Small' by James Herriot. This quiz covers characters, plot details, and memorable moments from the heartwarming stories.