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 – The Hack Driver

Exercise Question Answers (Simple Words)

Oral Comprehension Check

Question 1

What job did the narrator get after graduation?

Answer:
After graduation, the narrator got a job in a law firm as a junior lawyer. His work was to serve summons to people.

Question 2

Why was he sent to New Mullion? What did he first think about the place?

Answer:
He was sent to New Mullion to serve a summons to Oliver Lutkins. At first, he thought the village would be peaceful and beautiful.

Question 3

Who was Bill? How did he help the lawyer?

Answer:
Bill was a hack driver. He offered to help the lawyer find Oliver Lutkins and took him around the village in his hack.

Question 4

Why did Bill and the lawyer visit many places?

Answer:
They visited many places because Bill said Lutkins kept moving from one place to another.

Think About It

Question 1

Why did the lawyer like New Mullion at first?

Answer:
The lawyer liked New Mullion because he found the village people simple, friendly, and helpful. He also enjoyed Bill’s company.

Question 2

Why was the lawyer unable to find Oliver Lutkins?

Answer:
The lawyer could not find Oliver Lutkins because Bill himself was Oliver Lutkins and he cleverly fooled the lawyer the whole day.

Question 3

What does the story tell us about human nature?

Answer:
The story tells us that people are not always what they seem. Some people can be clever and deceptive.

Question 4

Why did Lutkins’ mother behave angrily?

Answer:
Lutkins’ mother behaved angrily to scare the lawyer away and help her son avoid the summons.

Question 5

How did the lawyer feel after learning the truth?

Answer:
The lawyer felt shocked, embarrassed, and foolish after learning that Bill was actually Oliver Lutkins.

Extra Important Questions

Question 1

Who was Oliver Lutkins?

Answer:
Oliver Lutkins was a clever man living in New Mullion. He disguised himself as Bill, the hack driver.

Question 2

What lesson does the story teach?

Answer:
The story teaches us not to trust strangers too quickly because appearances can be deceptive.

Question 3

Why is the story humorous?

Answer:
The story is humorous because the lawyer spends the whole day searching for Lutkins without knowing that Lutkins is with him all the time.

Short Character Sketches

The Lawyer

  • Young and inexperienced

  • Innocent and trusting

  • Hardworking

Bill Magnuson / Oliver Lutkins

  • Clever and funny

  • Smart trickster

  • Friendly in behavior

One-Line Answers for Exam

  • The narrator was a young lawyer.

  • Bill was a hack driver.

  • Oliver Lutkins lived in New Mullion.

  • Bill Magnuson was actually Oliver Lutkins.

  • The story teaches that appearances can be deceptive.

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