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MCQ on A Triumph of Surgery | Footprints Without Feet (Class 10 English Chapter 1)

By Abdur Rohman / March 21, 2025

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Welcome to MCQ Assam School. This post contains 30 MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) on Class 10 English Chapter 1 from the book Footprints Without Feet. The name of the chapter is “A Triumph of Surgery”. So, basically, this post contains 30 MCQs on A Triumph of Surgery. These MCQs will help you to understand the chapter better and will also help you prepare for your exam.

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30 MCQs on A Triumph of Surgery Class 10 English Chapter 1

1. What was the primary cause of Tricki’s illness?

A. Genetic disorder B. Overfeeding and lack of exercise C. Cold weather D. Viral infection

2. Why did Mrs. Pumphrey give Tricki malt and cod-liver oil?

A. To punish him B. She thought he had malnutrition C. The vet prescribed it D. To make him aggressive

3. What does the term “listless” mean in the story?

A. Hyperactive B. Lacking energy C. Playful D. Hungry

4. How long did Mr. Herriot suggest hospitalizing Tricki?

A. 3 days B. About two weeks C. One month D. Indefinitely

5. What items did Mrs. Pumphrey send to the surgery for Tricki?

A. Only food bowls B. Beds, toys, cushions, and coats C. Medicinal drugs D. Nothing

6. Why did Mr. Herriot refuse to let Mrs. Pumphrey visit Tricki?

A. He feared she would overfeed him again B. The surgery was too far C. Tricki disliked her D. Legal restrictions

7. What was Tricki’s reaction to the other dogs at the surgery?

A. Fearful B. Aggressive C. Initially disinterested, later playful D. Jealous

8. What does “convalescing” mean in the story?

A. Overeating B. Exercising C. Recovering from illness D. Sleeping

9. What did Mrs. Pumphrey send to “enrich Tricki’s blood”?

A. Wine and brandy B. Vegetables C. Vitamins D. Milk

10. How did Tricki’s appearance change after his recovery?

A. He became fatter B. He remained the same C. He became lean and muscular D. He grew taller

11. Why is the title “A Triumph of Surgery” ironic?

A. Tricki died B. No surgery was performed C. Mrs. Pumphrey became a surgeon D. Tricki needed multiple surgeries

12. What was Tricki’s “only fault” according to the narrator?

A. Laziness B. Greed C. Aggression D. Fearfulness

13. How did the household dogs at the surgery initially treat Tricki?

A. Ignored him B. Attacked him C. Shared food D. Followed him

14. What does “lithe” mean in describing Tricki post-recovery?

A. Fat B. Lazy C. Flexible and agile D. Weak

15. What did Mrs. Pumphrey’s gifts (eggs, wine) reveal about her?

A. She was wealthy B. She was overly indulgent C. She disliked the vet D. She wanted Tricki to stay

16. What was Hodgkin’s role in the story?

A. Gardener who played with Tricki B. The vet C. Mrs. Pumphrey’s relative D. Tricki’s sibling

17. Why did Mr. Herriot feel tempted to keep Tricki permanently?

A. He loved the dog B. He enjoyed Mrs. Pumphrey’s gifts C. Tricki was well-behaved D. The surgery needed a mascot

18. What does “distraught” mean in the context of Mrs. Pumphrey?

A. Happy B. Extremely worried C. Angry D. Bored

19. How did Tricki behave when he first arrived at the surgery?

A. Energetic B. Motionless and panting C. Barking loudly D. Eating voraciously

20. What activity helped Tricki recover?

A. Sleeping B. Playing with other dogs C. Eating more D. Medication

21. What did Tricki hunt at night during his recovery?

A. Birds B. Rats C. Cats D. Insects

22. What does “rheumy” describe about Tricki’s eyes?

A. Brightness B. Watery discharge C. Color D. Size

23. Why did Mrs. Pumphrey think Tricki needed surgery?

A. He had a broken leg B. She misunderstood his condition C. The vet insisted D. Tricki had a tumor

24. What did Tricki refuse to eat before hospitalization?

A. Vegetables B. His favorite dishes C. Meat D. Bones

25. How did Tricki react when reunited with Mrs. Pumphrey?

A. Ignored her B. Barked and licked her face C. Ran away D. Slept

26. What does the term “regime” refer to in the story?

A. Political rule B. Strict diet and exercise plan C. Medication schedule D. Grooming routine

27. What was the “ceremonial occasion” at lunch during Tricki’s recovery?

A. Birthday party B. Wine drinking C. Fasting D. Prayer

28. What does “scrimmage” mean in the story?

A. A game B. A meal C. Rough play D. Sleeping

29. Why did Mr. Herriot call Tricki’s recovery a “cure”?

A. Surgery healed him B. Natural diet and exercise worked C. Medication was effective D. Magic

30. What theme does the story highlight?

A. The dangers of overindulgence B. The importance of surgery C. The value of wealth D. The role of luck

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Abdur Rohman is an Electrical Engineer from Charaideo, Assam, who wears multiple hats as a part-time teacher, blogger, entrepreneur, and digital marketer. Passionate about education, he founded The Assam School blog to provide free, comprehensive textbook solutions, MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions), and other academic content for students from Class V to XII.