Rhetorical Analysis of Orwell's "Shooting an Elephant"

In the following excerpt from George Orwell's essay, "Shooting an Elephant," Orwell reflects on his experiences as a colonial police officer in Burma. He explores the complex relationship between imperial authority, personal morality, and the expectations imposed by society. Read the passage carefully and then respond to the following prompt:

Analyze how Orwell uses rhetorical strategies to convey his purpose regarding the moral dilemmas faced by an individual in a position of power. In your analysis, consider the impact of these strategies on the audience's understanding of the overarching themes of oppression and complicity.

"Shooting an Elephant" is an account of the psychological struggles Orwell faced under the burdens of colonialism, as well as a commentary on the nature of power and the implications of conforming to societal expectations. Please write a cohesive essay that makes references to the text.