Spelling Test 3.2-Silent Letters

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What does it mean to knead?

Back

To work dough by pressing, folding, and stretching it to develop gluten.

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What does it mean to kneel?

Back

To rest on one or both knees, often as a sign of respect or to perform an action close to the ground.

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What does it mean to wriggle?

Back

To move in a twisting or contorted motion, often restlessly.

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What does it mean to be honorable?

Back

To have high moral standards and to act with integrity.

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What does it mean to wrestle?

Back

To engage in a physical contest or struggle, often involving grappling.

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What is a silent letter?

Back

A letter in a word that is not pronounced.

Front

Give an example of a word with a silent 'k'.

Back

Knee.

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Give an example of a word with a silent 'b'.

Back

Doubt.

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Give an example of a word with a silent 'w'.

Back

Write.

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What is the purpose of silent letters in English?

Back

They often indicate the word's origin or help distinguish between similar words.