Shooting an Elephant Review

What is the narrator's role in "Shooting an Elephant"?

• The narrator's role is that of the protagonist and the narrator.

• The narrator's role is that of the antagonist and the narrator.

• The narrator's role is that of a minor character.

• The narrator's role is that of the author.

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What is the setting of "Shooting an Elephant"?

• British-ruled Burma (now Myanmar) during the early 20th century

• American-controlled Philippines during the early 21st century.

• French-occupied Vietnam during the mid-20th century.

• British-ruled India during the late 19th century.

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Orwell’s attitude towards the native people can best be described as

• absolute hatred

• disinterest

• deep fascination

• sympathetic, but annoyed

• arrogant

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What is the Burmese attitude towards the narrator in "Shooting an Elephant"?

• Admiration, sympathy, and respect.

• Indifference, apathy, and disinterest.

• A mix of fear, resentment, and curiosity.

• Anger, frustration, and annoyance.

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What is the main topic of the essay, "Shooting an Elephant"?

• colonialism

• animal rights

• environmental conservation

• imperialism

It was urgent for the elephant to be stopped because he

• had gone "must" which made him aggressive

• was eating everything in the farms

• was destroying all the buildings

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What is the main theme of "Shooting an Elephant"?

• The struggle for power and control

• The importance of cultural identity

• The impact of colonialism on local communities

• Conflict between personal conscience and societal expectations

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What is the moral dilemma faced by the narrator in "Shooting an Elephant"?

• Whether to report the incident or not.

• Whether to ask for help or not.

• Whether to shoot the elephant or not

• Whether to confront the crowd or not.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

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What does the elephant symbolize in "Shooting an Elephant"?

• The elephant symbolizes the oppressive nature of imperialism and the moral dilemma faced by the narrator.

• The elephant symbolizes the narrator's desire for revenge against the oppressive regime.

• The elephant symbolizes the power and strength of the colonial rulers.

• The elephant symbolizes the narrator's fear and insecurity.

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What is the narrator's internal conflict in 'Shooting an Elephant'?

• Whether to follow his own conscience or succumb to the pressure of the crowd

• Whether to prioritize his own safety or stand up for what is right.

• Whether to side with the British Empire or support the local people.

• Whether to obey the law or act on his personal beliefs.

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