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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. How many competitions must Arnold win to truly be considered as Mr. Universe?

2. What is the event in London that Arnold performs with Reg Park? Mr. World.

3. What is Karl Gerstl's profession?

4. After Arnold finishes the exhibition tour, what does he believe?

5. What is new in Arnold's life during his time in Munich?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

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

5. How does Arnold console himself during his seven days in the Army jail?

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

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

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

9. 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?

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

By reading magazines, Arnold learns about notable bodybuilders. He especially idolizes Reg Park.

Describe the reasons why Reg initially appeals to Arnold. What is it about Reg that motivates Arnold to escalate his workouts to six times a week?

When Arnold finally meets Reg in 1967, why do you think he acts nervous and embarrassed? Why doesn't that seem to be a problem for Reg?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss two or three things that you personally have learned as a result of reading this book and the class and homework learning experiences.

Explain the importance of what you learned in each case, and why your new knowledge might make you a different or better person as you grow older.

Essay Topic 3

Considering the entire book, analyze the reasons that you think motivated Arnold to write this book. Discuss all aspects: personal, familial, professional, and entrepreneurial. Cite examples from the book to support your position.

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