How is the english spelling system confusing to those who don’t know the language? be specific.

The English spelling system is difficult because we use many of the same words and slightly alter them and give them different meaning and we have so many different phonics, adverbs, nouns, and many more that is really confusing if you don't learn it from a young age.

It's about a overweight ogre and another female ogre. there is also a donkey and cat in boots for some reason.