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Shooting an Elephant Word Scramble

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About This Challenge

In the word scramble game, players must unscramble key vocabulary terms related to the topic of ‘Shooting an Elephant’ by George Orwell.

  • Players can unscramble words like “imperialism” and “authority” to deepen their understanding of the text.
  • There is no time limit in the game, allowing players to carefully consider their choices.
  • Players have a limited number of moves, adding a strategic element to the game.
  • Use spells to get extra moves and overcome challenging word scrambles!
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imperialism
The story illustrates the impact of British imperialism in Burma.
colonialism
The narrator is a representative of British colonial authorities in Burma.
oppression
The Burmese people are oppressed by the British colonial regime.
conformity
The narrator feels pressured to conform to the expectations of his role as a colonial officer.
conflict
There is a conflict between the narrator's personal beliefs and his duties as a colonial officer.
morality
The story raises questions about the morality of imperialism and the use of violence.
shame
The narrator feels shame and guilt for his actions in shooting the elephant.
power
The story explores the dynamics of power between the colonizers and the colonized.
authority
The narrator struggles with his authority as a colonial officer and the expectations placed upon him.
cultural clash
The story depicts the cultural clash between the British colonizers and the Burmese people.

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