Because there is no need. It is not a question, it is a(n unhappy) fact phrased like a question. A sad lament at the current state of the world,if you will. An analogy is in order. Two high school friends meet after 20 years at the reunion. > Vuk: Have you gotten fat and bald? > > Jones: Hi Vuk. Have you learned German like you always wanted? > > Vuk: With ease.