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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. How many sets and repetitions should you perform when starting weight training?

2. What body part muscle groups do you work on with weight training on Mondays in Schwarzenegger's plan?

3. On what areas does Schwarzenegger say you concentrate on Mondays and Thursdays in an accelerated training program?

4. What place does Arnold take at the 1970 Mr. Olympia contest?

5. What are two exercises to build the calves in accelerated training?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Part One, Chapter Seven, describe the benefits received by Arnold and Joe Weider after Arnold comes to America under Weider's sponsorship.

2. What muscles are developed by the "Dips between Chairs" exercise in freehand training?

3. Describe two considerations when choosing the amount of weight with which to train in accelerated progressive resistance weight training.

4. What happens when a bodybuilder becomes muscle bound?

5. Why is soreness such an important sign when one is performing weight resistance training?

6. In Part Two, Chapter Five, what factors does Arnold say are influencing the rapid evolution of bodybuilding?

7. What two purposes are served by chin-ups behind the neck and rowing with the bar?

8. What are two general health improvements gained by bodybuilding?

9. What is the outcome of the Mr. World contest?

10. After his year in America, how has Arnold's role in bodybuilding shifted?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

After Arnold wins the 1970 Mr. Olympia competition in New York, he realizes that bodybuilding can become a vehicle for making money.

Discuss Arnold's motives for deciding to bring bodybuilding to the public and helping them understand the benefits.

At this point of his life, do you think he is being simply materialistic, or he is also being altruistic? Cite examples in the book, and discuss your reasons for your answer.

Essay Topic 2

As Arnold develops his muscles, he begins getting attention from some of the girls. Yet he removes himself from the dating scene, stops attending church with his family, and generally withdraws from family life.

What traits give Arnold the resolve to make and stick to these decisions?

Provide your reasons why Arnold's father perceives him to be unfeeling. Give your impressions about why Arnold merely shrugs off the accusation. Do you perceive him as selfish? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

When he arrives in Munich, Arnold is angry and disappointed once he realizes that Schneck expects Arnold to share his bed in exchange for the opportunity to manage his gym and be promoted.

Discuss what characteristics make Arnold willing to listen to Schneck, even after Arnold attempts to leave the house.

What values make it possible for Arnold to stick to his position? Further, explain why you believe that Arnold continues to work in the gym despite a poor interpersonal relationship with Schneck.

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