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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, Chapter Four: Developing the Muscle Groups.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Arnold's first competitive weightlifting goal?
(a) To lift 500 pounds.
(b) To win the Mr. Austria competition.
(c) To compete in the Mr. Austria competition.
(d) To place second in the Mr. Austria competition.

2. How does Arnold aim for dramatic effect during competition?
(a) By radically altering his physique from a relaxed poser to a sudden appearance of muscles.
(b) By performing with his trainer.
(c) By showing his muscles during the entire performance.
(d) By changing the music he uses.

3. What does Arnold provide Joe Weider in exchange for a car, apartment, and weekly salary?
(a) A ticket home.
(b) His training methods and the rights to use Arnold's photographs in his magazine.
(c) New poses.
(d) A new gym.

4. Why is it important to have a day of rest between each progressive resistance workout?
(a) To keep your weights from wearing out.
(b) It takes 48 hours for muscles and joints to recuperate.
(c) It takes 36 hours for muscles and joints to recuperate.
(d) To share the gym with your training partner.

5. Who defeats Arnold in the Mr. Universe competition in Miami?
(a) Reg Park.
(b) Franco Columbu.
(c) Joe Weider.
(d) Frank Zane.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what year does Arnold fall in love with Barbara?

2. How does Arnold manage to maintain his relationship with Weider?

3. What is the audience reaction to the use of "Exodus" during Arnold's routine?

4. Who is the first bodybuilder to become Arnold's inspiration?

5. What is Arnold's response to his father about the over-training concern?

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