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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What title does Arnold win at this competition in 1967?
2. Why is Arnold apprehensive about his match with Dennis Tinnerino?
3. How long does Arnold spend in jail after being caught for being away without permission?
4. What is Karl Gerstl's profession?
5. What is Reg Park's bodybuilding theory?
Short Essay Questions
1. What are some of the criticisms leveled at Arnold by others in Graz during this teenage period of his early bodybuilding career?
2. Why is Arnold concerned about an upcoming event with Dennis Tinnerino?
3. Describe Arnold's reactions to his role as trainer at the Munich gym.
4. List three things Arnold does to win the Mr. Universe title.
5. Describe two ways in which Reg Park has a positive influence on Arnold.
6. Why do the federation judges back out of their commitment to pay Arnold's way to the Mr. Universe contest in London?
7. How does Arnold feel that he has grown after meeting Reg Park?
8. After Arnold enters military service, he leaves his boot camp base without permission in order to compete in the Junior division of the Mr. Europe Junior contest. Describe your reaction to the risk that Arnold took.
9. Back in Munich, Arnold begins training with Franco Columbu, doing power lifting. How does this boost Arnold's confidence?
10. As a young teenage bodybuilder in Graz, what activities does Arnold undertake to learn more about the sport of bodybuilding?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
In his teenage years, Arnold begins to learn what motivates him to succeed in bodybuilding.
Describe the motivating influences that the men at the gym in Graz have on Arnold.
Discuss the importance of the contest as a motivator for him and its effect on his bodybuilding career.
What other motivators emerged during Arnold's teenage years?
Essay Topic 2
By reading magazines, Arnold learns about notable bodybuilders. He especially idolizes Reg Park.
Describe the reasons why Reg initially appeals to Arnold. What is it about Reg that motivates Arnold to escalate his workouts to six times a week?
When Arnold finally meets Reg in 1967, why do you think he acts nervous and embarrassed? Why doesn't that seem to be a problem for Reg?
Essay Topic 3
Arnold details a very specific four-day training program for developing the muscle groups.
Compare and contrast the importance of form as opposed to the amount of weight one person lifts. During his bodybuilding career, how do you think Arnold learned this? Consider a holistic approach: muscles, body development, competition, risk of injury, and so forth. Use examples from the book to substantiate your reasoning.
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