KS2 Silent Letters Practice Questions
Practise silent letters for the Year 6 KS2 SATs spelling — words that contain letters you do not hear when you say them, such as the silent k in 'knee', the b in 'lamb' and the w in 'wrist'. Every question is marked instantly with a clear explanation. Free, with no sign-up.
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Which word contains a silent letter?
Spell the word meaning "to sign your name". It begins with a silent letter: w-r-i-...
Select the correctly spelt word that contains a silent letter and means "the study of right and wrong".
Which word contains a silent letter?
Choose the correctly spelt word that means "a person who writes things down".
Which word has a silent "w"?
Write the correct spelling: the word meaning "a building where grain is stored" that starts with a silent letter combination.
Which of these words does NOT contain a silent letter?
Write the word that means "the art of beautiful handwriting" and contains a silent "l".
Which word contains a silent "b"?
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