1. Welliewanger's words are completely appropriate.
2. It is possible to pass exams on the other side of the Atlantic in the way that you suggest, but you certainly won't pass the check ride without in depth knowledge (if the system is working as it should.
3. "You will not hear much discussion about departure and conversion angle on a modern flight deck."
I still use it and I'm not the only one.
My advice - put the exams off until you are ready, especially when some airlines require first time passes.