NBE Arts- D.E.A.D. Questions

Words that gain their meaning through comparison: A. relative terms B. homonyms C. syntax D. semantics

A. relative terms

A gathered type of casket interior made on a sewing machine with a multiple number of needles (usually 7 to 9) is called: A. shirred B. pleated C. tailored D. tufted

A. shirred

An example of a padding material used in casket construction is A. shredded paper B. masselin C. twill weave D. satin

A. shredded paper

What is the bi-unit pricing method? A. the total funeral bill is the sum of merchandise items plus one basic fee for all services B. the total funeral bill is one fee for services plus livery C. the policy of having two prices on merchandise, one for cash payment and a higher one for credit D. the policy of having groups of two similar caskets in the display room to attract the customer's attention

A. the total funeral bill is the sum of merchandise items plus one basic fee for all services

In the middle of the 17th century, Sir Thomas Browne wrote the earliest known essay in defense of _________." It stressed the advantages of this form of burial. A. urn burial B. catacombs C. church yard cemeteries D. common (mass) graves

A. urn burial

In calculating the discounts for a package, does the Funeral Rule prohibit a funeral home from discounting the basic service fee? A. yes B. no

A. yes

May a funeral home charge an additional fee for guaranteeing the price of a pre-need funeral? A. yes B. no

A. yes

Codicil

An addition or amendment to a last will in testament is executed with the same formality as the will

Endorsements of commercial paper include which of the following? 1. warranted endorsement 2. blank endorsement 3. qualified endorsement 4. endorsement A. 1, 2 and 3 B. 2, 3 and 4 C. 1, 2 and 4 D. 1, 3 and 4

B. 2, 3 and 4

In many States, the permit to operate a crematory states that the opacity shall not exceed________ % except for __________ seconds in any ________ minute period. A. 20; 30; 90. B. 20; 30; 60. C. 30; 30; 30. D. 50; 20; 60.

B. 20; 30; 60.

Adult wood caskets normally increase in length in A. 2 inch increments B. 3 inch increments C. 4 inch increments D. 1 inch increments

B. 3 inch increments

The following describes which faith's dressing and casketing ritual? After washing, the deceased is to be clothed in a shroud of either silk or cotton. Those who are 15 or older will be adorned with a burial ring, placed on the forefinger. Hardwood caskets are required. A. Orthodox Jewish B. Baha'i C. Greek Orthodox D. Muslim

B. Baha'i

Source of market data that explains where certain manufacturers are located: A. Population Demographic B. Census of Manufacturing C. Demographic of Construction D. Consumerism

B. Census of Manufacturing

Thompson Funeral Home sends human remains via common carrier to Fitzgerald Funeral Home. Fitzgerald Funeral Home is the A. Consignor B. Consignee C. Bailee D. Bailor

B. Consignee

In an auction, goods which are offered for sale that cannot be withdrawn are classified as A. Goods offered with reserve B. Goods offered without reserve C. Future goods D. Cosigned goods

B. Goods offered without reserve

Developing activities and an organizational climate conducive to maximum efficiency and worker satisfaction: A. Plant management B. Human resource management C. Financial management D. none of these

B. Human resource management

Life insurance that protects a firm against losses due to the death of a key employee: A. Aflak B. Key-person life insurance C. Limited Liability insurance D. none of these

B. Key-person life insurance

Local Islamic religious facility containing no icons, statues, symbols, pews, chairs, or musical instruments; a Mosque. A. Makura-gyo B. Masjid C. Prie Dieu D. Jinazah

B. Masjid

These can be compared to the industry standards in regard to measuring the possible growth of the business: A. EOQ's B. Operating ratios C. Post closing trial balance D. None of these

B. Operating ratios

Which of the following is a rule of ethical conduct that is found in most major religions? A. The Pre-moral Rule B. The Golden Rule C. The Platinum Rule D. The Divine Rule

B. The Golden Rule

Mrs. Thompson makes and funds prearrangements with Joyovich Funeral Home. Mrs. Thompson is the A. Fiduciary B. Trustor C. Trustee D. Creator

B. Trustor

Contemporary funeral rites could be considered A. immediate dispositions B. adaptive funeral rites C. non-traditional funeral rites D. traditional funeral rites

B. adaptive funeral rites

A temporary court order forbidding a certain action from occurring thus protecting the status quo is ___. A. a writ of habeus corpus B. an injunction C. a statute D. a tort

B. an injunction

Depersonalization leads to A. body donation B. anonymity C. internment in a memorial park D. cremation

B. anonymity

Does the Funeral Rule require a funeral home to place a disclaimer of warranties on its Casket Price List and Outer Burial Container Price List? A. yes B. no

B. no

If the body is to be embalmed, may the funeral home have a separate fee for bathing and disinfecting? A. yes B. no

B. no

May a funeral home have a burial casket price list and a separate cremation casket and container price list? A. yes B. no

B. no

The Crane Funeral Home offers a variety of Funeral Programs; color, black & white, Oversized- large print, Tri-fold, etc. These are sold in lots of 50 or 100 and the price varies with the quality of paper and style of printing. Must the Crane Funeral Home list these programs on their GPL? A. yes B. no

B. no

Which of the following is a somatic disturbance in grief? A. anger B. tightness of chest C. sadness D. confusion

B. tightness of chest

Which of the following weights are commonly used in the construction of copper caskets? 1. 16 oz 2. 18 oz 3. 32 oz 4. 48 oz A. 1 and 4 B. 2 and 3 C. 3 and 4 D. 1 and 2

C. 3 and 4

Most infant caskets increase in length in increments of A. 3 inches B. 2 inches C. 6 inches D. 5 inches

C. 6 inches

Turbulence in the exhaust flow in a cremation retort is caused by: A. Curtain walls only B. Drop arches only C. Both drop arches and curtain walls D. neither drop arches nor curtain walls

C. Both drop arches and curtain walls

A source of market data that compiles population statistics with regard to distribution of population by region, area, etc.: A. Census of Housing B. Census of Manufacturing C. Census of Population D. Census of Business

C. Census of Population

First two and last two verses of a Buddhist hymn sung at the funeral service. A. El Malei Rachamin B. Malei C. Gatha D. Ghusl

C. Gatha

Due diligence when using an off-site (third party) crematory requires that the crematory agrees to allow: A. That any jewelry, prosthetics or implants may be sold as long as the monetary gain is split with the family. B. The co-cremation of two small bodies to save energy is okay as long as a discount is passed onto the family. C. Licensed personnel from the funeral home to make unannounced visits. D. None of these are even legal

C. Licensed personnel from the funeral home to make unannounced visits.

The anticipated value of an asset that would be realized in case of liquidation of a business: A. Fluid asset approach B. Flow of liquidity C. Liquidation value approach D. None of these

C. Liquidation value approach

Hydrogen chloride is produced in the cremation process when _________ containing chlorine are cremated. A. Prosthesis B. Pacemakers C. Plastics D. Clothing

C. Plastics

A condition in which there is a possibility of an adverse deviation from a desired outcome that is expected or hoped for: A. Management B. Personnel management C. Risk D. None of these

C. Risk

A business owned by one person who is subject to claims of creditors: A. Partnership B. LLC C. Sole proprietorship D. Corporation

C. Sole proprietorship

Which of the following are actual classifications of caskets according to the Casket Manufacturer's Association? 1 - cloth covered 2- veneer 3 - eco-friendly 4- metal 5- hardwood A. 4 & 5 only B. 2, 4 & 5 only. C. 1, 3, 4 & 5. D. 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5.

D. 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5.

The time limit for the V.A. "application for burial benefits" is: A. 1 year from the date of death B. 2 years from the date of death C. 1 year from the date of cremation or permanent burial D. 2 years from the date of cremation or permanent burial

D. 2 years from the date of cremation or permanent burial

Cremation containers or caskets are made up of __________ % combustible solids,__________ % moisture, and __________ % non- combustible solids and are classified as Type __________ waste. A. 10; 85; 5; 0. B. 5; 10; 85; 0. C. 85; 10; 0; 5. D. 85; 10; 5; 0.

D. 85; 10; 5; 0.

Each health hazard class is divided into categories (severity) based on factors such as: A. How much it takes to hurt you. B. Whether the damage is reversible. C. The probability of harm. D. All of the above.

D. All of the above.

Which of the following is true regarding formaldehyde exposure measurements? 1- Measurements must be taken at first use of formaldehyde at a facility. 2- Periodic measurements should be taken to ascertain that nothing has changed. 3- Measurements must be repeated whenever a new process or chemical that may affect levels is introduced to the work area. 4- Monitoring must be repeated for anyone showing exposure symptoms. A. 1, 3 and 4. B. 2, 3 and 4. C. 2 and 3 only D. All of these.

D. All of these.

When a person dies with a will and she appoints a man to handle her final affairs, this person is known as A. An Administrator B. An Administratrix C. An Executrix D. An Executor

D. An Executor

The everyday supervision and planning of a cemetery is the responsibility of: A. Division of Cemeteries B. Cemetery Authority C. Cemetery Board D. Cemetery management

D. Cemetery management

Long-term capital that is invested in the small business; also, funds invested in such long-term assets as: land, building, machinery, furniture, fixtures, and other equipment: A. Economic base B. Fixed assets C. Factoring D. Fixed capital

D. Fixed capital

The air supply introduced under pressure directly into or adjacent to the fuel bed in a crematory retort is called ___. A. Secondary air B. Excess air C. Over-fire air D. Primary air

D. Primary air

The act or process of proving a will A. Executory B. Testate C. Intestate D. Probate

D. Probate

All honorably discharged veterans are entitled to: A. a plot interment allowance B. burial in Arlington National Cemetery C. the basic burial benefit D. a flag

D. a flag

A qualification that is absolutely necessary for the job: A. census B. non-judgmental qualification C. necessary attribute D. bona fide occupational qualification

D. bona fide occupational qualification

A source that might bring radiation near embalmers or crematory operators. Sometimes called "seed implantation". A. vasectomy B. bypass surgery C. stint implantation D. brachytherapy

D. brachytherapy

The amount of waste incinerated, usually expressed in pounds per hour, with the characteristics or type of waste stipulated: A. rate per hour B. burn rate C. efficiency rate D. capacity

D. capacity

A space of sufficient size in a building or land area used or intended to be used for the entombment of human remains: A. altar B. grave C. tomb D. crypt

D. crypt

Sociology is concerned with each of the following areas EXCEPT A. the internal organization of social groups B. the operations of social groups C. ways of changing social groups D. examining individual behavior

D. examining individual behavior

The obtaining and maintaining of adequate work space and funeral equipment A personnel management B. finance management C. office management D. facilities management

D. facilities management

A procedure by which charges are broken down into a few major components such as services, merchandise, and livery is: A. itemized pricing B. bi-unit pricing C. unit pricing D. functional pricing

D. functional pricing

The distinct process consisting of planning, organizing, actuating, and controlling performance to accomplish established objectives is A. accounting B. advertising C. public relations D. management

D. management

The potential choice of actions provided through counseling is referred to as: A. mandates B. resistances C. tasks of mourning D. options

D. options

An exterior casket finish created when the base metal is coated by another metal via an electrolytic process is A. crinkled B. matte C. brushed D. plated

D. plated

A cemetery, originally a cemetery for the victims of great battles: A. memorial park B. burial field C. ossuary D. polyandrium

D. polyandrium

Commonly, the largest annual expense for a funeral home is A. rent B. automobiles C. caskets D. salaries

D. salaries

In areas with strict pollution control regulations, cremation is not allowed at night because: A. the danger of a night fire. B. it offends the sensibility of certain ethic groups. C. all of these are correct. D. smoke cannot be detected against a night sky,

D. smoke cannot be detected against a night sky,

The Eastern Orthodox funeral is held: A. in the funeral home B. at the deceased's home C. at the cemetery D. with the casket open during the service

D. with the casket open during the service

With regard to the American funeral rite, which of the following does the funeral accomplish, at least in part? Emphasizes the finality of death and memorializes the loved one Gives the opportunity to express emotion and receive comfort Give family focus on the deceased with positive memories Points out the sad, short nature of life and gives the bereaved time to think of reasons for guilt and blame A. 1, 2 and 3 B. 4 C. 1 and 2 only D. 2 and 4

A. 1, 2 and 3

___________ is/are recommended to assist in loading casketed or containerized human remains into the cremation unit. A. A 2 1/2 inch diameter cardboard roller B. A steel rod of no less than 1/2 inch C. Six 1" steel ball-bearings D. One handful of BB's

A. A 2 1/2 inch diameter cardboard roller

The funeral director received a broach from Mrs. Thompson's daughter to place on the body in the casket and to be returned after the services. The funeral director is the: A. Bailee B. Bailor C. Consignor D. Consignee

A. Bailee

Mrs. Thompson's daughter gave the funeral director a watch and a broach to use for her mother's visitation and funeral. The items will be returned after the funeral. This is an example of: A. Bailment B. Loan C. Temporary Possession D. Quasi-Property

A. Bailment

Mrs. Thompson's daughter gave the funeral director a broach. Mrs. Thompson's daughter is the A. Bailor B. Bailee C. Consignor D. Consignee

A. Bailor

During a baptism the priest anoints with consecrated oil the forehead, lips, and heart of the individual being baptized. The consecrated oil is known as A. Chrism B. Chancel C. Clericus D. Curate

A. Chrism

The term "_________________" is used in governmental correspondence when referring to the FTC. A. Commission B. Cremation C. Crematory D. Direct cremation

A. Commission

The funeral director sends Mrs. Thompson to Florida via a common carrier. The funeral director is the A. Consignor B. Consignee C. Bailor D. Bailee

A. Consignor

A person makes prearrangements and prefunds the contract by giving the funeral director the total amount. The funeral director deposits the funds in a bank to be withdrawn upon death of the client. The bank is known as the: A. Fiduciary B. Trustor C. Trustee D. Third Party Vendor

A. Fiduciary

A Veteran's Application for Burial Benefits is: A. Form 21-530 B. Form 40-0247 C. SSA 721 D. Form 86-75309

A. Form 21-530

If the family of a military veteran wants to order an upright head stone for his grave at Mountain View Cemetery, what form must the funeral director and family complete. A. Form 40-1330 B. Form 40-0247 C. Form 27-2008 D. none of these

A. Form 40-1330

Which of the following is a fee that a funeral home could charge? A. Insurance Processing Fee B. Casket Handling Fee C. Urn Handling Fee D. A Funeral Home could charge for all of these

A. Insurance Processing Fee

A partnership in which one's partner's liability is limited to a capital contribution only is a A. Limited partnership B. Nontrading partnership C. Silent partnership D. General partnership

A. Limited partnership

A statement or action designed or perceived to create anxiety in an individual's life: A. Threat B. Fear C. Tort D. Guilt

A. Threat

A form of credit that is extended by one business to another business to help finance distribution of producer's goods: A. Trade credit B. Risk credit C. Revolving credit D. None of these

A. Trade credit

The stage of estrangement an individual feels in social settings that are viewed as foreign, unpredictable or unacceptable is known as A. alienation B. death anxiety C. shock D. anomic grief

A. alienation

Any refractory device which changes the direction or velocity of the products of combustion is called a: A. baffle B. stack C. primary chamber D. hearth

A. baffle

"On behalf of the family, we would like to thank all of you for your love, support and attendance here today. We thank (Reverend, Father, Pastor, Bishop) for conducting the service and for his/her comforting remarks. We thank those of you that sent these beautiful floral arrangements for the family to enjoy. This concludes the funeral service for (Name). May God bless his/her memory. This could be an example of a ____________. A. dismissal B. prelude C. final commendation D. dedication

A. dismissal

A component of the casket handle is the A. ear B. roll C. apron D. throw

A. ear

Which of the following has no time limit for filing the appropriate Veteran's Administration application for benefits? A. marker B. plot interment allowance C. basic burial benefit

A. marker

The general term applied to markers or other permanent items used to identify the place of interment. Their purpose is to commemorate a family or an individual. A. memorial B. obelisk C. sign D. cenotaph

A. memorial

Most modern crematory retorts operated in the U.S are fired by: A. natural gas. B. wood. C. gasoline. D. propane gas.

A. natural gas.

While meeting with a family to arrange the funeral of a member of the Episcopal Church in your town, the daughter of the deceased tells the funeral director she wants to deliver the eulogy during her mother's funeral service at church. You have a good relationship with both the family, the church, and its current Rector who you know to be a very traditional person. How can you advise the daughter regarding the Episcopal Church's views on family giving eulogies? A. Tell her that eulogies are permitted, and offer to notify the Priest of the request. B. Avoid the question, but refer the family to the Church. C. Tell her that eulogies are not permitted, but suggest she speak with the Rector while planning the mass about her concern. D. Disparage the entire religion and tell the daughter that she is paying for a funeral, so she will get what she wants.

C. Tell her that eulogies are not permitted, but suggest she speak with the Rector while planning the mass about her concern.

Mrs. Thompson entrusts her pre-arrangements with Joyovich Funeral Home. Joyovich Funeral Home is the A. Fiduciary B. Trustor C. Trustee D. Consignee

C. Trustee

A gasket sealed container used as either an insert into a casket or as a shipping case is A. a metal vault B. an air tray C. a ziegler case D. an air pack

C. a ziegler case

The right to declare dividends depends upon the discretion of the A. promoter B. stockholder C. board of directors D. shareholders

C. board of directors

Which of the following is a fee that a funeral home could charge? A. Insurance Processing Fee B. Estate Claims Fee C. both Estate Claims Fee and Insurance Processing Fee D. Neither Insurance Processing Fee nor Estate Claims Fee

C. both Estate Claims Fee and Insurance Processing Fee

Particulate matter commingled with the gases escaping from the stack of the crematory is referred to as: A. smoke only B. fly ash only C. both smoke and fly ash D. neither smoke nor fly ash

C. both smoke and fly ash

If I ship you an embalming machine via an airplane, you are known as A. shippee B. shipper C. consignee D. consignor

C. consignee

The method by which social values are learned is A. mores B. customs C. enculturation D. culture

C. enculturation

Listening in which the goal is to judge the quality or accuracy of a speaker's remark is: A. informational listening B. empathetic listening C. evaluative listening D. pseudolistening

C. evaluative listening

The actual time limit after which a funeral home must permanently dispose of unclaimed cremains is legally determined by ___. A. Federal Trade Commission B. Occupational Safety and Health Administration C. individual State Law D. Veterans Administration

C. individual State Law

The middle sale when sales for a given period of time are arranged in order of their increasing value is the A. range sale B. mean sale C. median sale D. average sale

C. median sale

The thickness of a non-ferrous metal casket is expressed in terms of: A. pounds per cubic foot B. gauge C. ounces per square foot D. ounces per square inch

C. ounces per square foot

The part of the casket hardware that covers the exposed ends of the bar is the A. lug B. ear C. tip D. arm

C. tip

T or F: All cemeteries must be incorporated?

False