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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. What is Arnold's next goal upon his return to Munich?

2. What is Arnold required to do in 1965?

3. Why is Arnold's father alarmed about his increased workouts as a teenager in Graz?

4. What character trait describes Arnold in his first days working with Reg Park?

5. What is Arnold's most effective motivation?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

4. What does Arnold decide to change once he begins training in America?

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

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

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

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

9. How does Arnold finish out his year in the Army?

10. Why is Arnold considered a hero by the senior army officers?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

Essay Topic 2

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 3

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.

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