A Triumph of Surgery Quiz: Lencho's Reaction After the Hailstorm

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Questions and Answers

What happened to Lencho's harvest?

It was destroyed by a hail storm (correct)

It was infested by pests

It was affected by drought

It was sold at a good price in the market

Why did the postman and the postmaster laugh when they saw Lencho's letter?

Because they noticed spelling mistakes in the letter

Because they found it amusing that someone would write a letter to God (correct)

Because they thought Lencho was being ungrateful

Because they were mocking Lencho's handwriting

What did the employees of the post office and the postmaster decide to do after reading Lencho's letter?

They decided to give charity and collect money to help Lencho (correct)

They decided to report Lencho to the authorities

They decided to ignore the letter

They decided to return the letter to Lencho

Why did Lencho become angry when he counted the money in the letter?

He realized that there was not enough money in the envelope Signup and view all the answers

What did Lencho do when his harvest was destroyed by the hail storm?

Composed a letter to God asking for one hundred pesos Signup and view all the answers

How did the postman and postmaster react when they saw Lencho's letter addressed to God?

They laughed at the strange letter Signup and view all the answers

Why did Lencho become angry when he counted the money in the letter?

He found that the amount was much less than what he had requested for in his letter Signup and view all the answers

What did the postmaster do after reading Lencho's letter to God?

He appealed to the townspeople for donations to help Lencho Signup and view all the answers

What did the veterinary doctor advise Mrs. Pumphrey to do when he saw Tricky the dog?

Stop giving the dog a special diet Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Herriot do when Tricky fell sick and needed treatment?

Took Tricky to his hospital for treatment even though Mrs. Pumphrey would not leave the dog Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of Tricki's stay at the hospital and interactions with other dogs?

Tricki's condition rapidly improved, and he started fighting for his meals with other dogs Signup and view all the answers

How did Mr. Herriot and his partners respond to Mrs. Pumphrey's efforts to provide energy foods and drinks for Tricki's recovery?

They consumed the eggs, wine, and brandy sent by Mrs. Pumphrey themselves Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Lencho's Harvest

Lencho's harvest was destroyed by a hailstorm, devastating his crops and threatening his livelihood.
After the disaster, Lencho wrote a letter to God seeking assistance to rebuild his life.

Reaction to Lencho's Letter

The postman and postmaster laughed upon seeing Lencho's letter addressed to God, finding it humorous and unusual.
Their laughter reflected disbelief in Lencho's faith and earnestness in seeking help from a divine source.

Actions Taken by Post Office Employees

After reading Lencho's letter, the postmaster and employees decided to help him by collecting money to send in response.
They aimed to fulfill Lencho's request, showing kindness despite their initial amusement.

Lencho's Anger Over Money Received

Lencho became angry upon counting the money, finding it insufficient, as he had requested a larger amount to recover from his loss.
This disappointment revealed his strong expectations of divine help and increased frustration over perceived inadequacy.

Lencho's Actions Post-Hailstorm

Following the hailstorm, Lencho reached out in desperation to God, showcasing his unwavering faith despite the circumstances.
His act of writing a letter symbolized hope and the belief that help would arrive.

Postmaster's Reaction

The postmaster reacted to Lencho’s letter with a mix of surprise and amusement, reflecting the unusual nature of its content.
Proactive in his response, the postmaster inspired his colleagues to contribute to Lencho's cause.

Veterinary Doctor's Advice to Mrs. Pumphrey

The veterinary doctor advised Mrs. Pumphrey to restrict Tricky's diet and limit indulgences for the dog's health.
This advice was aimed at promoting better health and reducing Tricky's obesity issues.

Mr. Herriot's Treatment for Tricky

Mr. Herriot provided necessary treatments to Tricky, addressing his health problems comprehensively.
He ensured that Tricky received appropriate medical care, which included monitoring and adjustment to diet.

Outcome of Tricky's Hospital Stay

Tricky’s stay at the hospital was beneficial, allowing him to interact with other dogs and regain his health.
This environment fostered recovery, showcasing the importance of socialization for pets.

Response to Mrs. Pumphrey's Efforts

Mr. Herriot and his partners were bemused by Mrs. Pumphrey's excessive provision of energy foods and drinks for Tricky.
They appreciated her concern but aimed to correct her understanding of Tricky's health needs through professional advice.

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Description

James Alfred Wight is popular as James Herriot, and He was a British veterinary surgeon and writer too. He has written this story A triumph of Surgery. The story starts when Mrs Pumphrey, a rich lady takes her dog Tricky for a walk outside. A nearby veterinary doctor saw the dog and is in a shock as the dog looks like a bloated sausage having leg at each end. Then He advised her to stop giving him diet. But Mrs Pumphrey is not able to refuse the dog. Soon Tricky fell sick and the doctor was called.

The narrator, Mr. Herriot somehow takes Tricki to his hospital for treatment, even knowing the fact that Mrs. Pumphrey will never leave the dog. He took the dog along and puts a bed for him in his surgery. For two days dog did not move much and also did not eat anything. On the third day he wanted to go outside and there he started playing with the bigger dogs. He also licked the bowls of other dogs to eat the remaining food.

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His condition started improving rapidly. Also, he started fighting for his meals with other dogs. After hearing this news Mrs. Pumphrey started sending eggs to the hospital as she thought that Tricki needed energy foods after recovery. But Mr. Herriot and his partners started eating those eggs as morning breakfast.

Also, for improving Trick’s blood, Mrs. Pumphrey started sending wine in bottles. But again, Mr. Herriot consumed those. Not only this, when she started sending brandy in bottles they consumed that also. After few days Doctor took a wise decision and called up Mrs. Pumphrey as she was much worried, for taking Tricki back home. Tricki was very happy to see his mistress and jumped into the car. Then Mrs. Pumphrey said that she won’t be able to ever thank him for all this wonder. And she said that his surgery had been successful as Tricki was now cured.

Conclusion of A triumph of Surgery The story signifies that the parents should not be indulgent which may harm their children.