WONDER #1826: Why Are There Silent Letters?

Question 1 of 3

According to some estimates, what percentage of English words has silent letters?

1. 25%
2. 80%
3. 100%
4. 60%

Question 2 of 3

About how many sounds are there in the English language?

1. 26
2. 10
3. 45
4. 124

Question 3 of 3

Which of the following words does NOT have any silent letters?

1. knife
2. knowledge
3. gnaw
4. pen

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