Question

Based on the essay "Shooting an Elephant," what does Orwell most likely believe?

A. Indigenous people gain acceptance in the world when an imperialist country takes over.
B. Racial issues in colonized countries are minimal, since the mother country is bringing aid to the less powerful country.
C. Imperialism is a financial burden for the mother country because it must correct the financial problems of the colony.
D. An imperialist country isn't in control because the colonized people force it to meet certain expectations.

Answer 1

The label "natives" gives the citizens of an imperialist country a sense of superiority.

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Answer 2

D) An imperialist country isn't in control because the colonized people force it to meet certain expectations. Due to British Empire's dictatorship, Orwell who serves as an British Officer were being hated by the Burmese people. Through his bad experiences he better understands that imperialism has a negative effect both in the society and people.