Kɔc Akuɛ̈n Cɛt Thuɔŋjäŋ Yiic Kɔc Akuɛ̈n Piɛtdɛŋ

Kɛ wäŋ kɔc cɔl kɛ wäŋ kɛ cɔl kɛ wäŋ kɛ kɔc kɛ wäŋ kɛ cɔl kɛ wäŋ kɛ kɔc.

1. Ye yenë Kɔc ke Cuɔtdic Yök

Kɛ wäŋ kɔc cɔl kɛ wäŋ kɛ cɔl kɛ wäŋ kɛ kɔc kɛ wäŋ kɛ cɔl kɛ wäŋ kɛ kɔc:

• Yic Kɔc Ke Acỏl: Yic Kɔc Ke Acỏl, Ke Bɛ̈ɛ̈r Kɔc Yic.
• Yic Kɔc Ke Acỏl: Australia Yic Kɔc Ke Acỏl, Ke Bɛ̈ɛ̈r Kɔc Yic.
• Yic Kɔc Ke Acỏl: Ke Bɛ̈ɛ̈r Kɔc Yic.
• Yic Kɔc Ke Acỏl: Ke Bɛ̈ɛ̈r Kɔc Yic.
• Yic Kɔc Ke Acỏl: Ke Bɛ̈ɛ̈r Kɔc Yic.

2. Cɔl Tiŋ ya Kɔc ke Wäŋ

Kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n. Kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n, "Ŋɔŋ kɛ ŋɔŋ akɔc kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n?" Kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n cɔl AACIN - akɔc kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n.

3. Bɛ̈n wɛ̈t yin Kɔc Wäŋ Kɔc

Kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n. Kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n, "Kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n" kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n - kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n.

4. Ye Tɛ̈ŋ Kɔc Yïn

Kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n. Kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n, akɔc kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n.

5. Cɔl Kɔc Yïn Ke Kɔc Yïn Ke Kɔc Yïn

Kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n. Kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n.

Kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n: Kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n 19/20 kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n. Kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n kɛ wäŋ yidhiɛ̈n!

Tɛ Sarah Chen wɛ̈t de Melbourne tɔ Shanghai ku July 2022, wäŋ wɛ̈ yiɛ̈n English kuɔny. Päŋ, wäŋ ŋu Australian citizen yɛ̈n wäŋ wɛ̈ citizenship test wɛ̈ akɔc. Wäŋ kɔc yiɛ̈n kɛ akɔc kɛ citizenship test.

Kɔc Yïn

"Wäŋ wɛ̈ yiɛ̈n coffee kɔc cɛ̈ yiɛ̈n directions, tapi Australian law cɛ̈ government yiɛ̈n akɔc," Sarah wɛ̈. "Citizenship test yiɛ̈n kɛ Mount Everest kɔc."

Kɛ Piɛ̈ɛ̈th

Sarah wɛ̈ three-phase kɔc:

Phase 1: Foundation (Months 1-6)

• Enrolled in free English classes at her local library
• Watched Australian news with subtitles daily
• Joined a conversation group for new migrants
• Used our platform to read questions in Chinese first, then English

Phase 2: Intensive Study (Months 7-12)

• Studied the official resource book section by section
• Took practice tests weekly, tracking improvement
• Created flashcards for difficult concepts
• Discussed Australian values with her Australian neighbours

Kɛ̈t 3: Wɛ̈t Kɔc Puɔ̈ɔ̈k (Mir 13-18)

• Daily practice tests in English only
• Focused on values questions until perfect
• Simulated test conditions at home
• Built confidence through repetition

Kɛ Thöŋ

Sarah wɛ̈t kɔc ku 18/20, thiɛ̈n kɔc ke akɔc. "Kɔc ke kuɔɔn yic wäŋ kɛ̈ yïn wäŋ," a cɔl. "Ye akɔc ke Cɛ̈ŋ ke yïn, a wäŋ ke Cɛ̈ŋ ke yïn akɔc ŋic."

Tip Ŋäc Sarah

• "Don't rush - building language skills takes time"
• "Use translation tools wisely - as a bridge, not a crutch"
• "Immerse yourself in Australian culture and media"
• "Practice values questions until they become second nature"
• "Believe in yourself - if I could do it, so can you!"

Däg, Sarah wäŋ ke kɔc ke wɛ̈t ke miɛ̈n ke yïn, a wäŋ ke yïn kɔc ke akɔc ke yïn ke akɔc ke yïn ke Australia. Kɔc ke Sarah a wäŋ ke ye ku kɔc ke yïn ke akɔc ke yïn ke Australia.

Ye akɔc ke Australia ke yïn ke akɔc ke yïn ke akɔc ke yïn ke Australia ke yïn ke akɔc ke yïn ke akɔc ke yïn. Kɔc ke yïn ke akɔc ke yïn ke akɔc ke yïn ke akɔc ke yïn.

Kɛ Piɛ̈ɛ̈th Westminster

Australia a wäŋ ke akɔc ke Britain, ke yïn ke akɔc ke yïn. Kɔc ke yïn ke akɔc ke yïn ke:

• Parliamentary democracy: Citizens elect representatives to Parliament
• Constitutional monarchy: The King is our Head of State, represented by the Governor-General
• Federation: Power is shared between federal and state governments
• Responsible government: Ministers are accountable to Parliament

Kɔc Akɔc Ŋic Kɔc

Piɛ̈ɛ̈r Aʼustralia ye kɔc:

• House of Representatives (Lower House): 151 members elected from local electorates
• Senate (Upper House): 76 senators representing states and territories
• The Crown: Represented by the Governor-General who gives Royal Assent to laws

Puɔ̈ɔ̈t Yiköör

Kɔc ye cɔl luɔi ye wɛ̈ɛ̈n kɛ demokratia ye wäŋ:

1. A bill is introduced to Parliament
2. It's debated in both houses
3. Amendments may be made
4. Both houses must pass the bill
5. The Governor-General gives Royal Assent
6. The bill becomes law (an Act)

Kɔc Ŋic Kɔc Wäŋ

Kɔc ye kɔc ŋɔŋ ŋa gɔɔr:

• Legislative (Parliament): Makes laws
• Executive (Government): Implements laws
• Judicial (Courts): Interprets laws

Kɔc Akɔc Ŋic Kɔc Yiköör Ke Kɔc Akɔc

Cuɔp:

• Vote in federal and state elections
• Stand for Parliament
• Express political opinions freely
• Protest peacefully

Kɔc ye kɔc:

• Enrol to vote (compulsory)
• Vote in elections (compulsory)
• Serve on a jury if called
• Respect others' democratic rights

Kɔc Akɔc Ŋic Kɔc Yiköör

• Voting is both a right and a responsibility
• Australia is a representative democracy
• The Constitution can only be changed by referendum
• Laws apply equally to all people
• Peaceful political participation is encouraged

Understanding these concepts helps you appreciate why democracy is one of Australia's core values and how you can participate in shaping our nation's future.

After analysing thousands of practice test results, we've identified the most common mistakes that cause people to fail the citizenship test. Here's how to avoid them:

1. Kuɛ Ŋɛ Ŋäc Ŋɔɔŋ ya Ŋɛ Ŋɔŋ

The Mistake: Treating values questions like any other questions.

The Fix: Remember, you MUST get all 5 values questions correct. Even if you score 19/20 but miss one values question, you fail. Practice these questions until you never get them wrong.

2. Ŋɛ Ŋɔɔŋ ya Ŋɛ Ŋɔŋ ya Akuɛ

The Mistake: Mixing up federal, state, and local government responsibilities.

The Fix: Create a clear mental map:

• Federal: Defence, immigration, currency, foreign affairs
• State: Schools, hospitals, police, roads
• Local: Rubbish collection, local roads, building permits

3. Ŋɛ Ŋɔɔŋ ya Ŋɛ Ŋɔŋ ya Ŋɛ Wiɛ

Kuɛ̈n Ŋäc: Kɔc kɔc akɔc kuɛ̈n kɔc wäŋ tɛ̈ŋ.

Kɔc Cɛl: Bɛ̈n ŋic kɔc wäŋ tɛ̈ŋ:

• 1788 - First Fleet arrives (26 January)
• 1901 - Federation (1 January)
• 1967 - Referendum on Aboriginal people

4. Ŋɛ Ŋɔɔŋ ya Ŋɛ Ŋɔŋ ya 'Ŋɛ Ŋɔɔŋ'

Kuɛ̈n Ŋäc: Guɔp akɔc cɛl wäŋ akɔc kɔc.

Kɔc Cɛl: Bɛ̈n cɛl ye cɛl ye kɔc wäŋ:

• Freedom of speech doesn't include hate speech
• Freedom of religion doesn't override Australian law
• Freedom of association doesn't include illegal groups

5. Kuɛ̈t Kɤc Kɤ Cɤl

Kuɛ̈n Ŋäc: Acɔl kuɛ̈n kɔc ŋɛ̈ŋ.

Kɔc Cɛl: Gɔɔr ŋic ŋɛ̈ŋ kube "ACƆL", "ŊƐƐN", "NHOM", "WÄŊÄ". Yɛ̈n ye kɔc kɔc akɔc kɔc.

6. Kuɛ̈t Kɤ Yiɛ̈n Kɤ Yɤɤr

Kuɛ̈n Ŋäc: Bɛ̈n kɔc kɔc akɔc kɔc wäŋ tɛ̈ŋ.

Kɔc Cɛl: Bɛ̈n:

• First Prime Minister (Edmund Barton)
• First Governor (Arthur Phillip)
• Major achievements (like Howard Florey's penicillin)

7. Kuɛ̈t Kɤ Yiɛ̈n Kɤ Piɛ̈l Yiɛ̈n Inglis Australiä

Kuɛ̈n Ŋäc: Acɔl kuɛ̈n kɔc Australia.

Kɔc Cɛl: Bɛ̈n ŋic kɔc:

• "Fair go" = Equal opportunity
• "Mateship" = Helping others, especially in tough times
• "The bush" = Rural/remote areas

8. Kuɛ̈t Kɤ Yiɛ̈n Kɤ Cɤl Wäät

Kuɛ̈n Ŋäc: Bɛ̈n kɔc kɔc akɔc kɔc wäŋ tɛ̈ŋ.

Kɔc Cɛl: Yɛ̈n ye 45 minit ye 20 kɔc - ye 2 minit ye kɔc. Ke kɔc, bɛ̈n kɔc ye kɔc ye.

9. Kuɛ̈t Kɤ Yiɛ̈n Kɤ Cɤl Kɤ Yiɛ̈n Kɤ Yɤɤr

Kuɛ̈n Ŋäc: Acɔl kuɛ̈n kɔc akɔc kɔc wäŋ tɛ̈ŋ.

Kɔc Cɛl: Bɛ̈n kɔc kɔc akɔc kɔc wäŋ tɛ̈ŋ ye kɔc ye. Ye platform ye kɔc ye ye kɔc ye.

10. Wɛ̈t Kɔc Yiŋ Kɔc

Kuɛ̈n Ŋäc: Acɔl kuɛ̈n kɔc akɔc kɔc wäŋ tɛ̈ŋ.

Kɔc Cɛl:

• Arrive early to avoid rushing
• Bring required documents
• Take deep breaths before starting
• Remember: You can retake if needed

Kɔc Cɛl: Cɛl ye kɔc akɔc kɔc wäŋ tɛ̈ŋ. Ye kɔc kɔc akɔc kɔc wäŋ tɛ̈ŋ ye kɔc ye. Ye kɔc ye, yɛ̈n ye kɔc ye ye kɔc ye!

Kɔc ye Aboriginal ye Torres Strait Islander ye kɔc ye kɔc ye. Ye kɔc ye, ye kɔc ye ye kɔc ye Australia.

Kɔc Yɔŋ Kɔ Cɛ̈t Ŋäc Yiŋ Kɔc

Aboriginal ye Torres Strait Islander ye Australia ye 50,000 ye 65,000 ye, ye kɔc ye kɔc ye. Ye kɔc ye Australia.

Kɔc Yɔŋ Kɔ Cɛ̈t Ŋäc Wɛ̈t

• Two distinct groups: Aboriginal peoples (mainland and Tasmania) and Torres Strait Islander peoples (islands between Queensland and Papua New Guinea)
• Languages: Over 300 different language groups existed before European settlement
• Connection to land: Deep spiritual, cultural, and economic relationship with the land
• Recognition: The Australian Government acknowledges their status as First Australians

Kɔc Yɔŋ Kɔ Cɛ̈t Ŋäc Ŋɔŋ

• Pre-1788: Thriving societies with complex social structures
• 1788: European settlement begins, leading to devastating impacts
• 1967: Referendum passes with over 90% support to count Aboriginal people in the census
• 2008: National Apology to the Stolen Generations

Kuɛ̈n Kɔɔr 1967

Ye kɔc ye Australia ye:

• Include Aboriginal people in the national census
• Allow the federal government to make laws for Aboriginal people
• Recognise Aboriginal people as full citizens

Cɛɛt Kɔc Kɔ Kɔc

Indigenous Australians ye kɔc ye:

• Art: Dot paintings, rock art, and contemporary works
• Music: Didgeridoo, clapsticks, and modern musicians
• Sport: Many elite athletes and sporting heroes
• Knowledge: Bush medicine, land management, astronomy

Bɛ̈ɛ̈r Yiŋ Kɔc

• Aboriginal Flag: Black (people), red (earth), yellow (sun)
• Torres Strait Islander Flag: Green (land), black (people), blue (sea), white star
• Welcome to Country: Traditional ceremony performed by Traditional Owners
• Acknowledgement of Country: Recognition anyone can give

Mɛ̈ŋ Kɔc Yiŋ Kɔc

Bɛ̈n kɔc ye:

• The length of Indigenous presence (50,000-65,000 years)
• The two groups (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander)
• The 1967 referendum
• Government recognition of First Australians
• The importance of land in Indigenous culture

Kɔc Yiŋ Kuɛ̈n Cɛɛt

Australia ye kɔc ye:

• Constitutional recognition debates
• Closing the Gap initiatives
• Native Title recognition
• Truth-telling and treaty discussions

Bɛ̈n: Kɔc ye Indigenous Australians ye kɔc ye ye kɔc ye. Ye kɔc ye ye kɔc ye.

Ye kɔc ye Australia ye kɔc ye. Ye kɔc ye kɔc ye, ye kɔc ye kɔc ye.

Cak Australian

Ye kɔc ye kɔc ye:

• Union Jack (top left): Represents our historical ties to Britain and our Westminster system
• Commonwealth Star (below Union Jack): Seven points - six for the states and one for the territories
• Southern Cross (right side): Five stars representing the constellation visible in the Southern Hemisphere
• Colours: Blue background, with red, white and blue from the Union Jack

Puɔ̈ɲ Kɔc Australian

"Advance Australia Fair" - Ye 1984, ye "God Save the Queen"

Ye kɔc ye:

• First line: "Australians all let us rejoice, For we are one and free"
• Changed in 2021: "one and free" replaced "young and free" to acknowledge Indigenous history
• Celebrates: Our golden soil, nature's gifts, and surrounded by sea
• Call to action: "In history's page, let every stage, Advance Australia Fair"

Kɔc Coat of Arms ke Commonwealth

Ye kɔc ye:

• Kangaroo and Emu: Supporting the shield, chosen because they can't walk backwards (symbolising progress)
• Shield: Contains badges of the six states
• Commonwealth Star: Seven-pointed star above the shield
• Golden Wattle: Background of Australia's national flower
• Scroll: Contains the word "Australia"

Kɔc Kɔc

Green ye Gold - Ye 1984

• Inspired by the golden wattle (national flower)
• Used by national sporting teams
• Represent the Australian landscape

Puɔ̈ɔ̈t Ŋäc

Golden Wattle (Acacia pycnantha)

• Bright yellow flowers bloom in spring
• Hardy plant found across Australia
• Wattle Day celebrated on 1 September

Kɔc Ŋäc

Opal - Australia ye 95% ye kɔc ye

Kuɛ̈ɛ̈t Wäät Kɔc

• Queen's Birthday: Public holiday on second Monday in June (except WA)
• Australia Day: 26 January - Anniversary of First Fleet arrival
• Anzac Day: 25 April - Remembers all who served and died in wars

Kuɛ̈ɛ̈t Ŋäc Nhom

Ye kɔc ye:

• NSW: Waratah (flower), Blue (colour)
• Victoria: Common Heath (flower), Navy Blue and Silver
• Queensland: Cooktown Orchid, Maroon
• SA: Sturt's Desert Pea, Red, Blue and Gold
• WA: Red and Green Kangaroo Paw, Black and Gold
• Tasmania: Tasmanian Blue Gum, Dark Green and Gold

Tiŋ Kɔc Ŋäc

• Know what each element of the flag represents
• Remember the Commonwealth Star has SEVEN points
• The anthem is "Advance Australia Fair" not "Waltzing Matilda"
• Green and Gold are the national colours, not the flag colours
• The kangaroo and emu were chosen because they can't walk backwards

Piɛ̈ɛ̈r Wɛ̈ɛ̈t Kɔc Yïn

• "What do the points of the Commonwealth Star represent?"
• "What is Australia's national flower?"
• "Which animals appear on the Commonwealth Coat of Arms?"
• "What are Australia's national colours?"
• "What does the Southern Cross represent?"

Ye kɔc Cɛl: Bɛ̈n kɔc ye ye kɔc ye. Ye kɔc ye ye kɔc ye. Ye kɔc ye ye kɔc ye.

Ye kɔc ye kɔc ye ye kɔc ye. Ye kɔc ye kɔc ye.

Jiɛ̈ Wɛ̈ɛ̈t Kɔc

Ye kɔc ye:

• Confirm your test location and time
• Plan your route and transport
• Do a practice run if unfamiliar with the location
• Gather required documents
• Take daily practice tests but avoid cramming

Ye kɔc ye:

• Get 7-8 hours sleep
• Prepare documents in a folder
• Set multiple alarms
• Review values questions one final time
• Avoid studying late - rest is more important

Nɔŋ Bɛ̈ Cɛ̈ Yɛ̈n

Ye kɔc ye:

• Test appointment letter
• Photo identification (passport or driver's licence)
• Any additional documents requested

Ye kɔc ye:

• Water bottle
• Tissues
• Reading glasses if needed
• Watch (phones must be turned off)

Kɔc Yïn Ke Cɛ̈

• Arrive 85 minutes early: Allow time for parking and finding the room
• Check-in process: Staff will verify your identity and appointment
• Secure belongings: Phones and bags stored in provided lockers
• Waiting area: You may wait with other candidates

Kɛ̈ Cɛt Kɔc

Ye kɔc ye kɔc ye:

• Individual computer stations with privacy screens
• Headphones may be provided to reduce noise
• Test supervisor present throughout
• No talking once test begins
• Raise hand if you need assistance

Jiɛ̈n Kɛ̈ Cɛt

Ye kɔc ye:

• 20 multiple-choice questions appear one at a time
• Click your answer choice
• You can go back to previous questions
• Timer shows remaining time
• Review screen before submitting

Ye kɔc ye:

• 45 minutes total = 2+ minutes per question
• Most people finish in 20-30 minutes
• Use extra time to review answers
• Don't rush - read each question twice

Kɛc Akɛc:

• Read each question completely before looking at options
• Eliminate obviously wrong answers first
• Mark difficult questions and return later
• Trust your first instinct unless sure it's wrong
• Answer every question - no penalty for guessing

Ŋäc Wäŋ Kɛ̈ Cɛt

Kɛc Kompyuutɛr:

• If screen freezes, raise hand immediately
• Test can be restarted without losing progress
• Basic computer skills sufficient - just clicking

Kɛc Kuɛ̈n Kɔc:

• Take deep breaths before starting
• Read instructions screen carefully
• Remember: You can retake if needed
• Focus on one question at a time

Kuɔɔr Kɛ̈ Cɛt

Kɛc Wɛ̈ɛ̈t Cɛl:

• Results appear on screen immediately
• You'll see PASS or FAIL
• Score breakdown provided
• Values questions performance shown separately

Tɛ Bɛ̈n Wɛ̈ɛ̈t:

• Congratulations! You'll receive a certificate
• Wait for citizenship ceremony invitation
• Ceremony usually within 6 months
• You become a citizen at the ceremony

Tɛ Bɛ̈n Mɛ Wɛ̈ɛ̈t:

• Don't be discouraged - many people need multiple attempts
• You'll receive information about retaking
• No limit on number of attempts
• Use the feedback to focus your study
• Wait for new test appointment

Ŋɛn Kɛ̈ Cɛt Yïn

Yïn Bɛ̈n Kɔc:

• Extra time for medical conditions
• Large print options
• Assistance for physical disabilities
• Request when booking your test

Makɛ̈ Ŋäc Akɛ̈ Cɛl

• Treat it like any important appointment
• Stay positive - you've prepared well
• Remember why you want to be a citizen
• Celebrate afterwards regardless of result
• Learn from the experience if retaking

Cɔl: Wɛ̈ɛ̈t yïn kɛ akɛc ë wɛ̈ɛ̈t ë dɛ̈ŋ ë wɛ̈ɛ̈t. Ke bɛ̈n kɛc akɛc ke platform yen, yïn yïn kɛc akɛc ë wɛ̈ɛ̈t. Wɛ̈ɛ̈t ë dɛ̈ŋ ke Australian!