A person magically transported from the early 1800s to the present day, on seeing an airplane in flight, likely would
A)not be able to think about it until he or she was given a word for the airplane.
B)be completely unable to form any thoughts about it.
C)refuse to admit seeing it out of fear.
D)think about it and call it a flying vehicle or airship.

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The person from the early 1800s would have some understanding of flying machines, such as hot air balloons and early gliders, so they would likely be able to comprehend the concept of an airplane. They may not have an exact word for it, but they would likely describe it as a flying vehicle or airship.

A Person Magically Transported from the Early 1800s to the Present