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The only reason we learn things is for their practical use, otherwise they are useless?
1) No, but the only reason we should be compelled to learn something is for its practical use.
2) Except as a mental exercise (which I will concede math is) or for fun, yes, that does fit the definition of useless learning.
In that case, we should not learn anything about geography or history – and that would INCLUDE Jewish history, because it serves no practical purpose.
1) I explained above that there are good reasons for learning history (at least certain aspects of it).
2) As I stated earlier, this is not frum-centric.
As Jews we are proud of our history, so why should we not know at least the BASICS of American history? Perhaps show just a BIT of gratitude towards the country that, until now, has welcomed us.
3) As stated above, this not frum-centric.
As for English, well….just read many of the posts on ANY Jewish website, and you will see (if you have a good command of grammar and the English language) that basic skills such as spelling and proper grammar are sorely lacking.
2) Hatzlocha raba.