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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Arnold feel inadequate after the Mr. Europe Junior contest?
(a) He hates Munich.
(b) He hasn't won enough competitions.
(c) He blames his inadequacy on inexperience and lack of mind control.
(d) He does not have a current training partner.

2. What does Arnold read to learn more about bodybuilding?
(a) The Graz newspaper.
(b) American magazines.
(c) His journals.
(d) British sports journals.

3. Who is the first bodybuilder to become Arnold's inspiration?
(a) Frank Zane.
(b) Sergio Oliva.
(c) Karl Gerstl.
(d) Reg Park.

4. What problem does owning the health club cause Arnold?
(a) Financial worries.
(b) Loss of a training partner.
(c) Added stress in his routine.
(d) Health issues.

5. How long does Arnold spend in jail after being caught for being away without permission?
(a) Two weeks.
(b) Thirty days.
(c) One day.
(d) Seven days.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who takes up a collection to help Arnold buy a ticket to go to London for the Mr. Universe competition?

2. What is new in Arnold's life during his time in Munich?

3. In what country does Arnold meet Wag Bennett?

4. What will Arnold take advantage of to be successful in America?

5. How many poses does Arnold develop in his routine?

Short Essay Questions

1. As a young teenage bodybuilder in Graz, what activities does Arnold undertake to learn more about the sport of bodybuilding?

2. In Part One, Chapter Five, why does Arnold believe it is his destiny to be successful?

3. What does Arnold decide to do with his mind during the period when he trains with Franco Columbu?

4. Despite creating his own separate body training routines, careful attention to meals between training sessions, and goals to win two more upcoming competitions, Arnold has feelings of inadequacy. Why do you think this is so?

5. Why does Arnold find it difficult to learn the things he had planned to during the Mr. Universe contest?

6. In Part One, Chapter Six, why is Arnold feeling depressed regarding his parents' perception of his achievement?

7. What does Arnold decide to change once he begins training in America?

8. Describe Arnold's reactions to his role as trainer at the Munich gym.

9. List three things Arnold does to win the Mr. Universe title.

10. How does Arnold feel that he has grown after meeting Reg Park?

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