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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 exercise with weights develops the chest muscles?

2. What health improvement occurs with a bodybuilding exercise program?

3. In a freehand exercise routine, what can provide resistance in addition to free weights?

4. During accelerated training, what must the bodybuilder do after exercising the back?

5. Why is it important to have a day of rest between each progressive resistance workout?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Part One, Chapter Seven, describe the benefits received by Arnold and Joe Weider after Arnold comes to America under Weider's sponsorship.

2. What muscle groups are worked on Mondays and Thursdays in a weight training program?

3. What are several important factors to consider when developing the muscle groups?

4. In Part Two, Chapter One, what are improvements to the body gained by weight resistance training?

5. What muscles are developed by the "Dips between Chairs" exercise in freehand training?

6. What happens when a bodybuilder becomes muscle bound?

7. In Part Two, Chapter Four, what are two key factors that lead to winning bodybuilding competitions?

8. Describe two considerations when choosing the amount of weight with which to train in accelerated progressive resistance weight training.

9. What are four of the basic ten progressive resistance weight training exercises?

10. What are two general health improvements gained by bodybuilding?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Arnold details 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. During his bodybuilding career, how do you think Arnold learned this? Consider a holistic approach: muscles, body development, competition, risk of injury, and so forth. Use examples from the book to substantiate your reasoning.

Essay Topic 2

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 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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