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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. Who takes up a collection to help Arnold buy a ticket to go to London for the Mr. Universe competition?

2. Who offers to pay for Arnold's ticket to the Mr. Universe competition in London?

3. How does Arnold divide his training after winning the Mr. Europe Junior trophy?

4. After becoming a hero in the Army, what is made available to Arnold?

5. How does Arnold learn about Tinnerino's capabilities?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

4. Why do the federation judges back out of their commitment to pay Arnold's way to the Mr. Universe contest in London?

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

6. How does Arnold become addicted to bodybuilding as a sport?

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

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

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

10. Describe Arnold's reactions to his role as trainer at the Munich gym.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

With Barbara, Arnold enters into his first positive, longer term relationship with a woman in America. But after several years, she leaves him when she decides he isn't capable of being in a committed relationship.

Explain why you think Arnold is unable to make the compromises necessary to have a career and a rewarding relationship at the same time.

With the disappointment of the breakup, discuss what Arnold learns about relationships based on his two years with Barbara.

Do you see evidence later in the book that Arnold has used what he learned from this relationship in his future endeavors?

Essay Topic 2

Arnold describes a very specific four-day training program for developing the muscle groups.

Compare and contrast the importance of form as opposed to the amount of weight one person lifts.

Discuss at least three benefits from having a partner during your gym training experience.

Why is it important to allow 48 hours of rest to the muscles between exercise types?

What is the value of alternate exercises on the three days off?

Essay Topic 3

In his teenage years, Arnold begins to learn what motivates him to succeed in bodybuilding.

Describe the motivating influences that the men at the gym in Graz have on Arnold.

Discuss the importance of the contest as a motivator for him and its effect on his bodybuilding career.

What other motivators emerged during Arnold's teenage years?

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