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The poem “The Blind Boy”, composed by Colley Cibber, is a poignant yet deeply inspiring monologue spoken by a child who has been sightless since birth. Completely unaware of visual light, the boy asks sighted people to explain what light is and what special blessings eyesight brings. While others converse about the brilliant sun, he can only feel its warmth, defining day and night through his own actions—day is when he plays, and night is when he slumbers. When onlookers pity his condition with sorrowful sighs, he remains patient and cheerful, refusing to let what he lacks destroy his peace of mind. Ultimately, he celebrates his inner contentment, proclaiming that as long as he sings, he remains a king despite his physical limitations. User Guide: Read the introduction and background summary carefully above. Click the "Open Study Section" button below to access all learning modules. Navigate...