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He has experience handling elephants.

The mahout has requested his assistance.

Only the British police force has weapons.

He feels pressured by the crowd's mood and behavior to shoot the elephant.

The crowd's attitude makes him aware that the elephant is a valuable animal for the owner.

He understands from the crowd's words and actions that the villagers will understand if he does not shoot.

When someone tries to impose his will on others, it is he that loses his independence.

Power can be short-lived, making it dangerous to rely on it in times of greatest need.

The nature of power is addictive, making a person feel as if they are never powerful enough.

The British civil service was a model of efficiency.

An individual's livelihood is as important as public safety.

Working for an imperialist power is morally compromising.

The Burmese do nothing to personally hurt him.

Orwell believes the Burmese are naturally superior.

Orwell sees the Burmese as victims of British oppression.

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