BMS BMS Bachelor of Mortuary Science Funeral Directing and Ceremonies Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a committal service in funeral directing?

Accepted Answer

To finalize the disposition of the deceased at the place of burial or entombment

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To display the body for public viewing

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To collect payment from the family

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To transport the body to the funeral home

Question 2

Which document must a funeral director obtain before cremation can legally proceed in most U.S. states?

Accepted Answer

A cremation authorization signed by the legal next of kin

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A burial transit permit only

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A church approval letter

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A notarized will from the deceased

Question 3

What is a columbarium used for in funeral service?

Accepted Answer

Housing cremated remains in niches

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Storing embalming chemicals

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Conducting funeral ceremonies

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Displaying caskets for selection

Question 4

During a traditional funeral procession, what is the role of the lead car?

Accepted Answer

To guide the procession route and control the pace of travel

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To carry the casket to the cemetery

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To transport the clergy to the service

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To collect toll fees for the motorcade

Question 5

What is the term for a funeral service held without the body or cremated remains present?

Accepted Answer

Memorial service

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Visitation

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Wake

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Committal

Question 6

Which federal regulation requires funeral homes to provide itemized pricing to consumers?

Accepted Answer

The FTC Funeral Rule

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The OSHA Formaldehyde Standard

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The Clean Air Act

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The Fair Credit Reporting Act