NCERT English Class 10th – A Triumph of Surgery Detailed Summary Introduction “A Triumph of Surgery” is a humorous and touching story written by James Herriot. The story shows the harmful effects of overfeeding pets and explains how love without discipline can spoil animals. It also highlights the intelligence of dogs and the importance of proper care and exercise. The main characters are: Dr. Herriot – a veterinary doctor Mrs. Pumphrey – a rich lady who loves her dog too much Tricki – a small dog spoiled by excessive pampering Detailed Summary Mrs. Pumphrey and Tricki Dr. Herriot met Mrs. Pumphrey while walking. She was worried about her dog, Tricki . Tricki had become very fat and unhealthy. His eyes looked dull, and he had no energy. His tongue hung out, and he seemed lazy all the time. Dr. Herriot immediately understood the reason for Tricki’s poor health. Mrs. Pumphrey loved him too much and constantly fed him rich food like: cream cakes chocolates malt Horlicks eggs wi...
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NCERT English Class 10th – Bholi Exercise Question Answers (Simple Words)

Footprints Without Feet
Story by K. A. Abbas

Think About It

1. Why is Bholi’s father worried about her?

Bholi’s father is worried because she is not intelligent like other children. She has pockmarks on her face and she stammers while speaking. He thinks it will be difficult to find a good husband for her.

2. For what unusual reason is Bholi sent to school?

Bholi is sent to school because a girls’ school opens in the village and the Tehsildar asks Ramlal to send his daughter to school. Since Bholi is considered useless at home, her parents decide to send her instead of her sisters.

3. Does Bholi enjoy her first day at school?

Yes, Bholi enjoys her first day at school. Her teacher speaks kindly to her and encourages her. For the first time, Bholi feels happy and respected.

4. Does she find her teacher different from the people at home?

Yes, Bholi finds her teacher very different. People at home laugh at her and ignore her, but the teacher talks lovingly and patiently. She gives Bholi confidence.

5. Why do Bholi’s parents accept Bishamber’s marriage proposal?

Bholi’s parents accept the proposal because Bishamber is rich and agrees to marry Bholi despite her appearance and stammering. They think no other man will marry her.

6. Why does the marriage not take place?

The marriage does not take place because Bishamber demands five thousand rupees as dowry after seeing Bholi’s face closely. Bholi refuses to marry such a greedy and disrespectful man.

7. Why is Bholi compared to a dumb cow?

Bholi is compared to a dumb cow because she is simple, quiet, and obedient. Like a cow, she silently suffers without complaining.

8. Bholi talks back sharply to her father and refuses to marry Bishamber. What changes have come in her?

Education has made Bholi confident and brave. She now understands her self-respect and is no longer afraid of others. She refuses to marry a greedy man.

Additional Short Question Answers

1. What was Bholi’s real name?

Bholi’s real name was Sulekha.

2. Why was she called Bholi?

She was called Bholi because she was simple-minded and innocent.

3. What happened to Bholi in her childhood?

She suffered from smallpox and fell from a cot, which affected her speaking and appearance.

4. Who changed Bholi’s life?

Her teacher changed her life through love, care, and education.

5. What did Bholi decide at the end of the story?

She decided not to marry Bishamber Nath and to become a teacher instead.

Long Answer Question

How did education change Bholi’s life?

Education completely changed Bholi’s life. Before going to school, she was shy, fearful, and lacked confidence. People laughed at her because she stammered and had pockmarks on her face. Her teacher treated her kindly and encouraged her to study. Slowly, Bholi became educated, confident, and courageous. In the end, she refused to marry a greedy man who demanded dowry. Thus, education made her independent and self-respecting.

Important Lines for Exams

  • Education gave Bholi confidence and courage.

  • Bholi fought against the evil of dowry.

  • The teacher played an important role in changing Bholi’s life.

  • Self-respect is more important than marriage.

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