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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In a freehand exercise routine, what can provide resistance in addition to free weights?
(a) An individual's own weight.
(b) Extra weights.
(c) Expensive weights.
(d) The weight of the equipment.

2. What is a critical factor for fostering motivation and correct performance with weight training?
(a) The days on which you train.
(b) Working with a training partner.
(c) The number of repetitions you perform.
(d) Your body weight and the weights you use.

3. On what days in Schwarzenegger's plan do we focus on the back, chest, and shoulders?
(a) Monday and Wednesday.
(b) Tuesday and Thursday.
(c) Tuesday and Friday.
(d) Sunday and Wednesday.

4. In what city does Arnold beat Sergio Oliva in the Mr. World contest?
(a) Los Angeles.
(b) Columbus.
(c) Miami.
(d) Atlanta.

5. From what foods do the highest quality proteins originate?
(a) Sugar.
(b) Eggs, meat, dairy, fish, and poultry.
(c) Juices.
(d) Breads and cereals.

6. In addition to a warm, kind-hearted friend, what other personality trait does Joe Wider display?
(a) A salesman.
(b) A mild-mannered worker.
(c) An angry competitor.
(d) A shrewd businessman.

7. What is an ideal time at which to work out?
(a) Night.
(b) There is no ideal time.
(c) Noon.
(d) Morning.

8. What is essential to use when one begins performing any type of bodybuilding training?
(a) Vitamins.
(b) The body.
(c) Equipment.
(d) The mind.

9. It is important to pay attention to what muscle problem when one first starts training?
(a) Itching.
(b) Soreness.
(c) Cramping.
(d) Twitching.

10. What factors have influenced the rapid evolution of bodybuilding in the 1970's?
(a) The champions of the sport.
(b) Degree programs in weight training.
(c) Modern training methods, innovations in equipment, and improved knowledge of nutrition.
(d) The quality of the gym exercise.

11. How many months of free weight training are a prerequisite to a progressive resistance weight training program for most people?
(a) One to four months.
(b) Three to four months.
(c) Three to five months.
(d) Four to six months.

12. What freehand exercise requires a chinning bar?
(a) Pull-ups.
(b) Sit-ups.
(c) Pull-downs.
(d) Close-Grip Biceps Chin.

13. How many sets and repetitions should you perform when starting weight training?
(a) Three sets of 7-9 repetitions.
(b) Two sets of 7-9 repetitions.
(c) Three sets of 8-10 repetitions.
(d) Two sets of 8-10 repetitions.

14. What exercise with weights develops the chest muscles?
(a) Lateral raise.
(b) Dorsal stretch.
(c) Pushups.
(d) Bench press.

15. What place does Arnold take at the 1970 Mr. Olympia contest?
(a) Third.
(b) First.
(c) Second.
(d) Fourth.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many seconds of rest should you have between each accelerated training exercise set?

2. What is one freehand exercise performed to condition the abdominal?

3. Who does Arnold learn is competing in the 1970 Mr. Olympia contest?

4. What is one important factor that should be considered when choosing a gym for progressive resistance weight training?

5. In what year does Arnold fall in love with Barbara?

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