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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What inspires Arnold to lift weights?
(a) His father.
(b) His weight.
(c) Weight lifters in the gym.
(d) His best friend.

2. How many poses does Arnold develop in his routine?
(a) 12.
(b) 24.
(c) 16.
(d) 20.

3. What is Reg Park's bodybuilding theory?
(a) You must work out six times a week.
(b) Symmetry is critical to a bodybuilder.
(c) An individual must build mass and chisel it down to quality, like a sculptor.
(d) Practice makes perfect.

4. What is Arnold required to do in 1965?
(a) Take a year off from training.
(b) Serve one year in the military.
(c) Go to college.
(d) Graduate from high school.

5. What does Arnold discover while visiting Reg Park in South Africa?
(a) That he needs to find a new career.
(b) That Reg Park has really nice neighbors.
(c) What little work he still needs for his career.
(d) What a life of luxury and elegance can be like.

6. What physical characteristic about Arnold is ideal for competition?
(a) His physique.
(b) His muscle mass.
(c) His music choices.
(d) His determination.

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

8. In what town does Arnold grow up?
(a) Paris.
(b) Munich.
(c) Stuttgart.
(d) Graz.

9. What is Arnold's biggest advantage after the Mr. Universe contest?
(a) His drive.
(b) His exit.
(c) His weight.
(d) His entrance.

10. During the 1967 Mr. Universe bodybuilding competitions, why is Arnold depressed?
(a) He lacks confidence.
(b) His parents do not appreciate his achievements.
(c) He hasn't registered for all three.
(d) He expects to lose one.

11. What has upset Arnold's family about his bodybuilding activities in Munich?
(a) He is winning competitions.
(b) He is gaining weight.
(c) He is living away from home.
(d) He is not furthering his education.

12. What is Arnold brought back to do during his second Mr. Universe competition?
(a) Play new music.
(b) Perform Tinnerino's routine.
(c) Repeat his routine.
(d) Perform an encore.

13. What type of invitations does Arnold receive when he returns to Munich after the Mr. Universe contest in London?
(a) To purchase another gym.
(b) Exhibition events.
(c) The Mr. and Mrs. Universe competition.
(d) To endorse a health club.

14. In what activity is Arnold's family deeply involved?
(a) Physical Sports.
(b) Biking.
(c) Cooking.
(d) Reading.

15. How many competitions must Arnold win to truly be considered as Mr. Universe?
(a) Two.
(b) Five.
(c) Four.
(d) Three.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Arnold read to learn more about bodybuilding?

2. What does hearing applause at the competition make Arnold's father realize?

3. What does Arnold do to accentuate the definition and separation of specific muscle groups?

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

5. How much does Arnold weigh at the end of his Army service?

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