Fires of Change- Containers For Cremated Remains

What is the normal capacity range of keepsake urns? A. 2 to 70 cubic inches B. 100 to 80 cubic inches C. 15 to 20 cubic inches D. none of the above

A. 2 to 70 cubic inches

What is the appropriate urn capacity for ADULT cremated remains? A. 200 cubic inches B. 400 cubic inches C. 70 cubic inches D. 100 cubic inches

A. 200 cubic inches

What is an example of how to give the family a tangible concept to consider when selecting a container for the cremated remains of a loved one? A. 5 pound bag of flour B. Sack of potatoes C. Shoe box D. Flower pot

A. 5 pound bag of flour

Who must always be knowledgeable of all items related to cremation including legal and regulatory processes, available services, and merchandise? A. Funeral Professionals B. Clients C. Only those choosing cremation D. Everyone

A. Funeral Professionals

"A receptacle for cremated remains usually made of cardboard, plastic, or similar material designed to hold the cremated remains until an urn or other permanent container is acquired" defines what term? A. Temporary urn B. Urn C. Casket D. Urn vault

A. Temporary urn

The family wants to scatter cremated remains, what is the most important fact about scattering that the funeral director needs to express? A. That they are sure the family/authorized agent wants to scatter since it is irrevocable B. That scattering cremains pollutes the air C. That they need to go down wind D. That it's not common to do

A. That they are sure the family/authorized agent wants to scatter since it is irrevocable

When cremation is selected the funeral director should insist the family do what? A. The family should select two containers, an cremation container and an urn B. The family shouldn't select cremation at all C. The family needs to buy the most expensive urn D. The family needs to go Hobby Lobby and buy a box

A. The family should select two containers, an cremation container and an urn

What is the purpose of the urn grave liner? A. To support the weight of the earth B. To provide a cheaper protective way C. To make extra cash for the funeral home D. To mark a family plot

A. To support the weight of the earth

The Cremation Association of North America (CANA) defines, _________ as a receptacle designed to permanently encase the cremated remains. A. Urn B. Temporary container C. Special containers D. Columbarium

A. Urn

What is the advantage of using a urn vault instead of a grave liner? A. Vaults offer sealing qualities are lined for the deterrence of water and soil B. They are cheaper C. The funeral home order them for the families D. They hold numerous urns for each family member

A. Vaults offer sealing qualities are lined for the deterrence of water and soil

What is the current appropriate capacity for the cremated remains of an adult? A. 100 cubic inches B. 200 cubic inches C. 300 cubic inches D. 500 cubic inches

B. 200 cubic inches

What were specifically designed so that families that select cremation have the opportunity to divide cremated remains and retain a small portion of cremated remains while the majority of remains are interred, entombed, scattered, or disposed of by other means? A. Temporary containers B. Keepsake urns C. Thumb print impressions D. Metal urns

B. Keepsake urns

What type of urn is best when air travel with the cremated remains is chosen by the family? A. Metal Urn B. Temporary Urn C. Type of urn makes no difference D. Air travel with cremated remains is discouraged

B. Temporary Urn

According to the Cremation Association of North America (CANA) a receptacle for cremated remains until a permanent container is acquired is the definition of a/an A. Urn B. Temporary container C. Special container D. None of the above

B. Temporary container

A room containing niches to hold urns is called? A. wall B. columbarium C. memorial wall D. niche

B. columbarium

Most infant containers are less than _____________ in capacity. A. 10 cubic inches B. 20 cubic inches C. 30 cubic inches D. 50 cubic inches

C. 30 cubic inches

What is the capacity for most child containers? A. 30 cubic inches B. 50 cubic inches C. 70 cubic inches D. 100 cubic inches

C. 70 cubic inches

Another name for a permeant urn is an A. Wood urn B. Metal urn C. Cinerary urn D. Memorial urn

C. Cinerary urn

What does TSA stand for A. Trains Society of America B. Transfer Society of America C. Transportation Security Administration D. Transportation Security Association

C. Transportation Security Administration

"A receptacle designed to permanently encase the cremated remains, can take many forms and be constructed using numerous materials" defines what term? A. Alternative container B. Urn vault C. Urn D. Casket

C. Urn

Urns made of what material are considered to be warm, beautiful, and unique? A. Metal B. Plastic C. Wood D. Marble

C. Wood

The capacity of keepsake containers varies greatly, but what is the estimated range? A. 1 to 50 cubic inches B. 1 to 70 cubic inches C. 2 to 50 cubic inches D. 2 to 70 cubic inches

D. 2 to 70 cubic inches

What is the essential advantage of a vault over a grave liner? A. Vaults offer sealing qualities B. Vaults are lined to aid in the deterrence of the entry of water, soil, and contents of soil contact with the urn C. Vaults support the weight of the earth D. A and B E. All of the above

D. A and B

What is the fundamental purpose of an outer burial container? A. Support the weight of the earth B. Protect the contents of the urn or casket C. Fulfill requirements of the cemetery D. A and B only E. All of the above

D. A and B only

Metals normally used in urn construction consist of which of the following? A. Copper B. Bronze C. Steel D. All of the above

D. All of the above

Which of the following is a modern choice for the cremated remains that a family may choose when cremation is the means of final disposition? A. Fireworks display B. Jewelry C. Art work D. Bullets E. All of the above

E. All of the above