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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is one activity that Arnold performs when working with his new training partner?
(a) Pull-ups.
(b) Muscle group training.
(c) Power lifting.
(d) Thigh-building.

3. After Arnold finishes the exhibition tour, what does he believe?
(a) He is destined for great things.
(b) He should lift more weights.
(c) He should not have a girlfriend.
(d) He should build up his thighs.

4. Why does Arnold escalate his training to six workouts a week?
(a) To body sculpt.
(b) To prove to his father he can do it.
(c) To avoid going to church.
(d) To become like Reg Park.

5. How is Arnold received at the Mr. Universe Competition?
(a) His reputation has preceded him; everybody wants to meet him.
(b) He is ignored by the judges.
(c) No one will speak with him.
(d) With mixed reaction from everyone.

Short Answer Questions

1. Of what shortcoming is Arnold particularly aware after meeting Chet Yorton at the London Mr. Universe contest?

2. In 1968, who invites Arnold to compete in the United States?

3. What will Arnold take advantage of to be successful in America?

4. What problem does owning the health club cause Arnold?

5. To what aspect of bodybuilding does Wag introduce Arnold?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Arnold concerned about an upcoming event with Dennis Tinnerino?

2. Describe two ways in which Reg Park has a positive influence on Arnold.

3. In Part One, Chapter Five, why does Arnold believe it is his destiny to be successful?

4. Despite creating his own separate body training routines, careful attention to meals between training sessions, and goals to win two more upcoming competitions, Arnold has feelings of inadequacy. Why do you think this is so?

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

6. In Part One, Chapter Six, why is Arnold feeling depressed regarding his parents' perception of his achievement?

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

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

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

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

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