Here is my issue with the English exam system,

I have no issue with learning things I am unlikely to learn in later life up to a point, for example all the English lessons and creative writing I sat through, first of all it trains my brain and who knows, maybe someday I will use those skills.

My problem is we arent being taught a subject, we are being taught to pass an exam based loosely around a subject, most of the time spent revising isnt actually thinking about content, more about how the examiners will try to trip you up. This gets to the point where I have to use a lot of time doing easy papers to not trip up on trick questions instead of doing work I am interested in, such as BMO2 papers. As this means I am not being stretched, and Im not looking at new content, or actually practicing mathematical abilities, my learning is actually hindered by the system and the exam itself.

If you dont understand these points, as in what Im trying to say, its probably not well written or formatted, please tell me to clarify any such points