Question

What is the setting for the story shooting an elephant?

Answer 1

The setting is in the city of Moulmein, in Lower Burma. This setting symbolizes the British imperialism that was happening at the time as the British attempted to colonize India. This is an important aspect of the autobiography as Orwell was a policeman for the British, but also disliked imperialism and was on the side of the Burmans.

Answer 2

The setting of Shooting an Elephant takes place in Moulmein between 1824-1885 when Britain was taking control of the Burmese people