### 1. Tick the things in the box you think the blind man in the article uses to 'see'.
Based on what I know, Daniel Kish, the blind man in the article, uses the following to "see":
- **Sounds**: He uses echolocation, much like bats, to navigate by producing clicking sounds with his tongue.
- **Tongue**: This is used to produce the clicking sounds for echolocation.
- **Brain**: To process the sound echoes and create a mental map of his surroundings.
### 2. Complete the table with words from the article.
| Verb | Noun | Adjective |
|--------------|----------------|------------|
| believe | belief | believable |
| inspire | inspiration | inspiring |
| activate | activation | active |
| see | sight/seeing | sighted |
| amaze | amazement | amazing |
### 3. Answer the questions.
1. **Why is the phrase 'as blind as a bat' strange?**
- The phrase "as blind as a bat" is strange because bats are not actually blind. They have good vision and also use echolocation to navigate in the dark, which is a highly effective way of "seeing" their environment.
2. **What can Daniel find out using sounds?**
- Using sounds, Daniel can find out the location, size, shape, and density of objects around him. This allows him to navigate and understand his surroundings effectively.
3. **What does Daniel do now?**
- Daniel Kish is a mobility instructor and President of World Access for the Blind. He teaches echolocation and helps other blind individuals learn to navigate using this technique.
4. **What does Daniel do in his free time?**
- In his free time, Daniel enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling, which demonstrate his proficiency in using echolocation.
### 4. Write sentences about Daniel with words from Exercise 3.
- Daniel's **belief** in the power of echolocation has **inspired** many people.
- He teaches blind individuals to **activate** their potential using echolocation.
- His methods are both **believable** and **inspiring**.
- Daniel's **amazement** at the human brain's capability to adapt is **amazing**.
### 5. Discuss the questions.
1. **Do you think Daniel Kish is inspiring? Why / Why not?**
- Yes, I think Daniel Kish is inspiring because he has not only mastered a unique way of navigating his environment despite his blindness, but he also dedicates his life to helping others achieve the same independence.
2. **Do you know any inspiring people? Why are they inspiring?**
- There are many inspiring people, such as Helen Keller, who overcame severe disabilities to achieve great things and advocate for others. Their resilience, determination, and contributions to society make them truly inspiring.
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