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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. To what aspect of bodybuilding does Wag introduce Arnold?

2. Why does Arnold almost get disqualified at his second Mr. Universe competition?

3. What is Arnold's next goal upon his return to Munich?

4. What does Arnold convince Franco Columbu to do?

5. In addition to England, where does Arnold give an exhibition performance with Reg Park?

Short Essay Questions

1. As a teenager in Graz, what first motivates Arnold to become the "best bodybuilder in the world"?

2. Describe the influence that Reg Park has on Arnold in his teenage bodybuilding days.

3. To what activities does Wag Bennett introduce Arnold during his trip to London?

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

5. What are some of the criticisms leveled at Arnold by others in Graz during this teenage period of his early bodybuilding career?

6. Describe three things that Arnold learns after taking second place at Mr. Universe.

7. In Part One, Chapter Four, what event adds stress to Arnold's daily workout routines in Munich?

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

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

As a teenager, Arnold has an unfulfilled need for recognition. After meeting men who serve as role models at the gym in Graz, he realizes that becoming a bodybuilder can provide that recognition.

Discuss reasons why men who exercise at a gym and are much older than Arnold emerge as sources of inspiration for a teenager who is hungry for recognition.

Why does bodybuilding seem to be an unlikely choice for a teenager? Discuss the appeal of bodybuilding as a vehicle for Arnold to gain recognition. If Arnold's experience occurred now, do you think bodybuilding would be a logical choice? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Arnold devotes several pages in the book to the importance of nutritional and balanced eating in order to develop muscles.

Arnold lists four basic food groups in his book, published in 1977. Research the food groups published this year by the U.S. government, and then compare and contrast the differences in the two philosophies.

What is your opinion of Arnold's recommendations given the year in which he publishes them and the fact that that they are based on personal experience?

Essay Topic 3

Arnold lays out an extensive, phased preparation program for new bodybuilders beginning weight training.

What bodybuilding career experiences make Arnold a believer in how weight training can benefit athletes in a wide variety of sports, as well as non-athletes?

Arnold discusses the fact that the three body types are not all ideal for bodybuilding, yet he still believes that anyone can persevere and win if sufficiently motivated and committed to training. What of Arnold's experiences help substantiate this? Provide examples from the book to support your response.

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