The concept outlines included in this study guide were used as the basis for development of examinations for Academic Decathlon programs at the local, state and national levels. The subject areas covered are: Economics; Fine Arts (Visual Art, Music); Language and Literature; Mathematics (General Math, Algebra, Geometry, Calculus); Science; Social Science (The Great Depression and the New Deal, 1929-1938); Super Quiz (Ancient Olympic Games and selected modern Olympiads); and Communication Skills (Speech, Interview, Essay). (BW)