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  • Considering the fact that as soon as he could see, he would be able to see himself. So, you would first have to prevent him from either seeing himself and any other human on the way to the line up. That said, if the previously blind person was intuitive enough he could deduce from his tactile experience that he has eyes in front of his face and small ears on the side of his head etc etc and eliminate choices like the elephant. Also the fact that the dog and lion stand on all fours would be a give-away as well. So, the previously blind person 'could' guess accurately which one would be the human. I don't know of any statistical or experimental studies but I would assume in cases like this the answers could be that 'he could be able' or 'he couldn't be able.' This also depends on the age when this person sees again and also his experiences, and knowledge. You can still describe things to a blind person even though they may not fully grasp the 'picture'. So, memory will play a part as well.
  • Yeah- because he knows his own form. He has a body and has lived with it for a lifetime. He has been around family and friends, received hugs and handshakes.
  • in being blind since birth, he would have gotten used to using his hands, using the bathroom, getting to know HIMSELF...that would narrow down the search a bit when deciding the difference between a human and an elephant!
  • I would have to say of course. He was blind not stupid.
  • I would imagine so, as if you know any blind people they like to have things described to them, they are interested in details. It would be great to see the joy on thier face.
  • Probably not. People who gain sight suddenly tend to find it a very confusing and disorienting experience. A baby learns how to see - much of our sight originates in the brain rather than the eyes. It is the brain that organises the light patterns into a coherent structure. Imagine being suddenly thrust into a world of confusing flashes, shapes and colours. It is a very unpleasant experience, and is the reason that many people who do gain sight in this way become very depressed for a long time afterwards.

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