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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 type of attitude is critical to success in bodybuilding?

2. From what foods do the highest quality proteins originate?

3. The amount of weight in a training program is not as important as is what other element?

4. On what day in your weight training program can you correct weak points in your physique, according to Arnold?

5. What happens to muscles without exercise or physical activity?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Part Two, Chapter Five, what factors does Arnold say are influencing the rapid evolution of bodybuilding?

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

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

4. What two purposes are served by chin-ups behind the neck and rowing with the bar?

5. Why is soreness such an important sign when one is performing weight resistance training?

6. What foods make good sources of protein, an important factor for a bodybuilder?

7. List at least three rules to follow once one begins training in a weight training gym.

8. What is the outcome of the Mr. World contest?

9. What are the goals of accelerated progressive resistance weight training?

10. What are the three pairs of workout days used with accelerated progressive resistance weight training?

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

Dennis Tinnerino is a formidable opponent for Arnold during many of his competitions. Arnold goes out of his way to study him. And although he is a friend and mentor to Arnold, Reg Park also becomes an opponent of Arnold's during a London competition.

At different times, Arnold has to decide how to approach competition with both of these men. Compare and contrast Arnold's thoughts, actions, and approaches in the competitive situations with the two bodybuilders. Cite evidence of his thought processes and logic from the book.

Essay Topic 3

Arnold learns many lessons his first year in America under the tutelage of Joe Weider.

Describe the personality and work ethic traits that make it possible for Arnold to be successful with Joe.

Think about Arnold's early need for recognition, and then describe how his business relationship with Joe provides him with continued recognition.

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