BMS FREE BMS Bachelor of Mortuary Science Funeral Directing and Rites Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which legal document grants a funeral director the authority to take custody of a deceased person's remains?

Accepted Answer

Custody release form

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Authorization for embalming

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Burial transit permit

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Death certificate

Question 2

During a traditional funeral service, what is the primary purpose of the committal ceremony?

Accepted Answer

To finalize the disposition of the remains at the burial site

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To eulogize the deceased

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To allow public viewing of the deceased

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To read the official death certificate

Question 3

What does the FTC Funeral Rule require regarding casket sales for cremation?

Accepted Answer

An alternative container must be offered if no casket is desired

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Funeral homes may require a casket for all cremations

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Caskets must always be rented for cremation services

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Only metal caskets may be used for cremation

Question 4

In funeral directing, what is the term for arranging the features of the deceased to create a natural and peaceful appearance?

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Setting the features

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Cosmetic restoration

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Restorative art

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Tissue building

Question 5

Which type of funeral rite is conducted without the body of the deceased present?

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Memorial service

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Traditional service

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Graveside service

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Wake service

Question 6

What is the funeral director's primary ethical obligation when meeting with a bereaved family for an arrangement conference?

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Providing full disclosure of prices and service options

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Maximizing the sale of funeral merchandise

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Presenting only the most expensive service options

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Recommending specific clergy for the service