Language

The language used by Arnold Schwarzenegger in his interview “Call me Arnold” is simple and straightforward, with short sentences which express concise ideas and strong message…

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Choice of words

In general, Schwarzenegger uses simple words and chooses an informal style to deliver his message.

We frequently encounter positive words, which reflect Schwarzenegger’s positive attitude and his view of America: “the best in the world” (p. 19, l. 23); “the best-built man in the world” (p. 19, l. 32); “winning” (p.19, l. 33); “wonderful country” (p. 19, l. 75-76); “I felt I was in heaven” (p. 19, ll. 85-86); “best tax advantages here and the best prices here and the best products here.” (p.19, ll. 93-94); “my love, real estate” (p.20, l. 39); “positive energies” (p. 20, l. 63), etc.

Schwarzenegger also uses strong positive adjectives when he speaks about America: “wonderful country” (p. 19, ll…

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Tone

The presentation of concise ideas and many positive words contributes to the motivational, positive tone of the interview. For example, we encounter this tone when Schwarzenegger speaks about America as the only country where dreams can be turned into reality (p. 19, ll.82-87), when he describes California (p. 20, ll.75-82), or when he speaks about his personal philosophy of always chasing new dreams (p. 20, ll. 83-89).

Schwarzenegger employs a passionate tone throughout the interview, as he attempts to come across as genuinely passionate about America and shares his belief that there are no limits on what someo…