a) Excess of everything is bad. Comment in the wake of Mrs Pumphrey’s love for Tricki. Value points: • Mrs Pumphrey was a rich woman who loved her dog very much. • Her pet dog is given all the comforts which even most of the human beings are deprived of. • She overfeed her pet which caused health issues to Tricki • As a result Tricki became lazy, inactive and obese. • Tricki had to hospitalised • Even in the hospital she continues to convey Tricki her love through eggs, wine and brandy. • Her fondness and care for Tricki proved that excess of everything is bad.