1. This episode describes the silly behaviour of a rich woman who is
foolishly indulgent, perhaps because she is lonely. Do you think
such people are merely silly, or can their actions cause harm to
others?
2. Do you think there are also parents like Mrs Pumphrey?
3. What would you have done if you were: (1) a member of the staff in
Mrs Pumphrey's household. (11) a neighbour? What would your le
have been like, in general?
4. What would you have done if you were in the narrator's place?
Answers
Answer:
yes mrs pumphrey was a fool as she over fed her pet dog .she took care of her pet dog more than required and at last her dog was got ill .
yes there are some parents too which took care of their children too much and never let them to stand independently.
if i was a member in mrs pumphrey staff i had taught her to took proper care of her pet.
i hope it will help you
1.If I were in the narrator’s place, I would have treated Tricki in a similar fashion with love and compassion. I would have been vigilant and caring just like Mr James Herriot was towards Tricki. However, I would have been a little strict while advising Mrs Pumphrey to put Tricki on a balanced diet knowing the love for her dear pet. Besides, I would have also not consumed Tricki’s share of eggs, wine and brandy sent by Mrs Pumphrey and resisted my temptation from keeping Tricki as my permanent guest in my hospital.
2.If I were in the narrator’s place, I would have treated Tricki in a similar fashion with love and compassion. I would have been vigilant and caring just like Mr James Herriot was towards Tricki. However, I would have been a little strict while advising Mrs Pumphrey to put Tricki on a balanced diet knowing the love for her dear pet. Besides, I would have also not consumed Tricki’s share of eggs, wine and brandy sent by Mrs Pumphrey and resisted my temptation from keeping Tricki as my permanent guest in my hospital.
3.(i)If I were a member of the staff in her household I would have not followed Mrs Pumphrey’s orders to feed Tricki blindly without thinking of its harmful effects. I would have in fact, fed him as per the vet’s advice and ensured that he gets enough physical exercise which helps him to stay active and healthy. Besides, I would have also given Tricki a balanced diet that is easy to digest and also would have skipped sending the unnecessary stuff like toys and cushions to the hospital.
(ii)If I were Mrs Pumphrey’s neighbour, I would have advised her to maintain a strict diet and engage Tricki in physical activities such as playing, running or going for walks. If his condition would have deteriorated, I would have asked her to consult a veterinary doctor and follow his advice strictly to keep her pet’s health in check. Besides, I would have also been supportive and kind in such a critical situation when Tricki was supposed to be hospitalised. I would have tried to the best of my ability to be sympathetic and benevolent to Mrs Pumphrey.
4.If I were in the narrator’s place, I would have treated Tricki in a similar fashion with love and compassion. I would have been vigilant and caring just like Mr James Herriot was towards Tricki. However, I would have been a little strict while advising Mrs Pumphrey to put Tricki on a balanced diet knowing the love for her dear pet. Besides, I would have also not consumed Tricki’s share of eggs, wine and brandy sent by Mrs Pumphrey and resisted my temptation from keeping Tricki as my permanent guest in my hospital.