This shows the character's feeling and ideals, which gives the reader a view of how the character thinks. The quote doesn't say anything directly about the character, but the reader can see how he feels about the Burmese (positively) versus the British (negatively but that he's not willing to show it.</span>
Why do you need help with this question? It’s just asking you to give an example of an experience in your life that made you question your life and your approach to it.