Unit 7 A American Funeral Customs Quiz

What is emphasized about the approach to studying the Orthodox (Christian) Funeral Rite?

• It is based on historical comparisons

• It is similar to the approach with Judaism

• It focuses on architectural aspects

• It is a comparative study with Islamic rites

What is the role of a Bishop in the Roman Catholic Church?

• A member of the clergy just below a priest.

• The head of a territorial unit of the Church.

• A symbolic cloth covering placed over the casket.

• An honorary title bestowed upon a priest.

What does the term "Eucharist" refer to in Roman Catholic terminology?

• A long, mournful song or poem.

• The final portion of the Funeral Mass.

• "Thanksgiving;" Body and Blood of Christ.

• An inscription on a grave marker.

Which term describes the act of bending the right knee as an indication of reverence in the Roman Catholic Church?

• Crucifix

• Genuflect

• Elegy

• Monsignor

What is the significance of the Paschal candle in the context of a Funeral Mass?

• It is a candle placed near the casket signifying the everlasting light of Christ.

• It is a figure or image representing the body of Christ.

• It is a cloth covering placed over the casket.

• It is a title bestowed upon a priest.

What is the purpose of Prayer Cards in a funeral setting?

• To provide a schedule of the funeral service

• To serve as a remembrance of the deceased with a prayer or name

• To display the deceased's photograph

• To mark seating arrangements

What is a Rosary used for during a wake?

• To decorate the room

• To light the area

• As an aid in the recitation of prayers

• To cover the casket

Where is the Sanctuary located in a church?

• Near the entrance

• In the basement

• That part of the chancel containing the altar

• Outside the main building

What is a Scapular?

• A type of candle used during services

• A book containing hymns

• A piece of cloth or a medal with religious significance

• A seating arrangement in the church

What is the historical significance of a Wake Service?

• A meal shared after the funeral

• A celebration of the deceased's life with music and dance

• An all-night vigil historically kept over the deceased

• A gathering to read the will of the deceased