1. What might the atmosphere of the household in the above extract signify? A. Mrs Pumphrey’s status in society is reflected in Tricki’s lifestyle. B.

Mrs Pumphrey thought that the recovery of the dog is “a triumph of surgery” because Tricki had recovered completely by transforming into the strong muscled animal. After seeing her, the dog jumped on her lap and started licking her face, so Mrs Prumphey confirmed that this is a triumph of surgery in order to express happiness towards the doctor.