MCQ Questions for Class 10 English Footprints Without Feet Chapter 1 A Triumph of Surgery with Answers
I. The entire staff was roused and maids rushed in and out bringing his day bed, his night bed, favourite cushions, toys and rubber rings, breakfast bowl, lunch bowl, supper bowl. Realising that my car would never hold all the stuff, I started to drive away. As moved off, Mrs. Pumphrey, with a despairing cry, threw an armful of the little coats through the window. I looked in the mirror before I turned the corner of the drive; everybody was in tears. Out on the road, I glanced down at the pathetic little animal gasping on the seat by my side. patted the head and Tricky made a brave effort to wag his tail. “Poor old lad,” I said. “You haven’t a kick in you but I think know a cure for you.”
Question 1.
What might be the atmosphere of the household in the above extract signify?
(A) Mrs. Pumphrey’s status in society reflected in Tricky’s lifestyle.
(B) The staff’s love for Tricky, which matched that of Mrs. Pumphrey
(C) The grand life of comforts and luxuries that Tricky enjoyed.
(D) Mrs. Pumphrey’s indulgence and anxiety acted upon by the staff.
Answer:
(D) Mrs. Pumphrey’s indulgence and anxiety acted upon by the staff.
Explanation:
The staff was highly influenced by the behaviour and reactions of Mrs. Pumphrey.
Question 2.
Given below are emoticons reflecting various expressions and reactions. Choose the option that correctly describes the narrator’s mindset in the given extract.
(A) Options (i) and (iii)
(B) Options (ii) and (iv)
(C) Options (iii) and (v)
(D) Options (ii) and-(v)
Answer:
(B) Options (ii) and (iv)
Explanation:
The narrator is confused and undecided. These are represented by emoticons (ii) arid (iv).
Question 3.
Given below a re some well-known quotes shared by the staff to console Mrs. Pumphrey, after Tricky’s departure. Choose the option that correctly identifies the quote that IS NOT appropriate to the consolation
(A) Option (i)
(B) Option (ii)
(C) Option (iii)
(D) Option (iv)
Answer:
(D) Option (iv)
Question 4.
As the extract indicates, Mrs. Pumphrey indulged Tricky and bought him many things. Choose the option that best describes the kinds of advertisement/s that seem likely to persuade Mrs. Pumphrey to buy something for T ricky.
(i) Statistics Appeal – Such advertisements use facts and data to convince consumers to buy products.
(ii) Scarcity Appeal – Such advertisements create a feeling of exclusivity and are often used to convince people to take advantage of a sale or limited period offer.
(iii) Personal Appeal – Such advertisements focus on evoking emotions to convince consumers and often relate to family or other inter-personal interactions.
(iv) Fear Appeal – Such advertisements focus on inspiring some kind of fear to convince consumers to take action in order to avoid certain negative or undesirable consequences.
(A) Options (i), (ii) and (iv)
(B) Options (iii) and (iv)
(C) Options (i), (iii) and (iv)
(D) Option (ii) only
Answer:
(B) Options (iii) and (iv)
Explanation:
Mrs. Pumphrey is likely to purchase anything which she is afraid of or evoke emotions. She is 8 not going to be influenced by scarcity appeal or statistical data.
Question 5.
The narrator describes Tricky as a “pathetic little animal”. The use of the word ‘pathetic’ indicates that the narrator:
(A) Was very fond of Tricky.
(B) Thought Tricky was contemptible.
(C) Pitied Tricky’s condition.
(D) Believed Tricky’s health was deteriorating.
Answer:
(C) Pitied Tricky’s condition.
Explanation:
Pathetic is used to describe someone who is not in good condition and needs sympathy or pity.
II. He discovered the joys of being bowled over, tramped on and squashed every few minutes. He became an accepted member of the gang, an unlikely, silky little object among the shaggy crew, fighting like a tiger for his share at meal times and hunting rats in the old hen house at night. He had never had such a time in his life. All the while, Mrs. Pumphrey hovered anxiously in the background, ringing a dozen times a day for the latest bulletins.
Question 1.
Read the following statements, each of which describes the gist of the given extract.
Select the option that captures the essence of the extract correctly.
Statement (i) – It highlights the kind of comforts and luxuries that Tricky was used to at Home.
Statement (ii) – It brings out a contrast between Tricky and Mrs. Pumphrey’s state of being.
Statement (iii) – It reflects that Tricky was happier at the surgery and loved being with other dogs.
Statement (iv) – It shows Tricky’s journey with his peers at the surgery and documents of his recovery.
(A) Statements (i) and (ii)
(B) Statements (iii) and (iv)
(C) Statements (i) and (iii)
(D) Statements (ii) and (iv)
Answer:
(D) Statements (ii) and (iv)
Explanation:
Statement (i) is not correct as Tricky found having meal at Doctor’s place more satisfying than 1 at Home. Statement (iii) is not correct as Tricky enjoyed his company more than others initially. So, only I Statements (ii) and (iv) are correct.
Question 2.
What does the reference to Tricky as a “silky little object” signify?
(A) Tricky was a very small and rather pampered dog.
(B) Tricky was comfortably attired in fine silks and warm coats.
(C) Unlike the other dogs, Tricky had lived, in the lap of luxury with care and grooming.
(D) The Narrator’s mockery of Tricky’s life and treatment with Mrs. Pumphrey.
Answer:
(C) Unlike the other dogs, Tricky had lived, in the lap of luxury with care and grooming.
Explanation:
Silly here refers to his well grooming and little refers to his delicateness living a life of luxury.
Question 2.
Why does the narrator describe being “tramped on and squashed” as joys?
(A) To suggest the irony about the strange ways of dogs.
(B) To mention the simple pleasures of canine life.
(C) To compare it to Tricky’s earlier play-time at the house.
(D) To direct attention towards Tricky’s successful recovery.
Answer:
(B) To mention the simple pleasures of canine life.
Explanation:
Although these are treated as pathetic in human life, but in canine behaviour, these are normal routines or pleasures that need to be enjoyed.
Question 4.
“All the while, Mrs. Pumphrey hovered anxiously in the background”. Given below are different types of Pet Parenting styles described in Country Living, (an e-magazine).
Choose the option that best reflects the kind of Pet owner Mrs. Pumphrey was.
(i) Traffic Light Pet owners have a healthy balance of rules and freedom and give clear and consistent signals for ‘yes’ and ‘no’.
(ii) Entranced Pet owners have the best intentions, but as soon as their pet locks eyes with them and gives their command, they are at their pet’s back and call.
(iii) The Goose Pet owners go all-out in protecting their pet. They often limit their time away from their pet, especially puppies.
(iv) The Baggage Handler Pet owners love being close to their pets and going on adventures together. They are always mindful of the pet’s comfort and security.
Answer:
(A) Option (i)
(B) Option (ii)
(C) Option (iii)
(D) Option (iv)
Answer:
(B) Option (ii)
Explanation:
Mrs. Pumphrey wanted the best for her pet even though it appears to be strict, but as soon as she looks at her pet, she forgets all about it and becomes lenient.
Question 5.
Pick the option that reveals Tricky’s characteristics in the context of ‘fighting like a tiger for his share at meal times and hunting rats in the old hen house at night.’
(1) selfish
(2) happy
(3) greedy
(4) confident
(5) sturdy
(6) cruel
(A) 2, 4 and 5
(B) Only 2
(C) 1 and 5
(D) 3, 4 and 6
Answer:
(A) 2, 4 and 5