AAMI Funeral Home Directing Practice Exam

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• What is the kneeling rail where a mourner can kneel to pray and pay their respects to the deceased?
• Which funeral rite is Non-Liturgical and associated with Mennonites, with embalming permitted and deceased dressed in white?
• Which term means to pray in Jewish practice?
• Which term denotes the sacred image used in worship?
• Which sect set the standard for the death ritual in Japan?
• Which term names the entry way to the church?
• During the service, how is the casket positioned relative to the altar?
• Which term is associated with the side of the church where readings and prayers are proclaimed?
• What is an inscription on a grave marker, headstone called?
• Which term means a teacher or ordained leader of the Jewish faith?
• Which rite's service is devoid of religious objects?
• Which item symbolizes the everlasting light of Christ near the casket?
• An honorary title bestowed upon archbishops and other clergy, a prince of the Church, is what?
• In the Buddhist Funeral Rite, who conducts the Ceremony of the Declaration of Death?
• Which funeral prayer may be offered at the place of death according to the Japanese Buddhist death ritual?
• Which term denotes the deceased in Jewish tradition?
• Which term describes a Western Christian who is not adherent of the Roman Catholic Faith?
• Who is the religious leader of the Islamic faith?
• The elevated place for sacrifices or the Eucharist in Christian tradition is what?
• Which term is another name for the Star of David?
• Which term means an inscription on a grave marker?
• What is the hand-sewn white linen shroud in which the deceased are dressed called?
• Which term refers to the right side of the church (as the congregation faces the altar) from which readings and prayers are proclaimed?
• In Islamic funeral rites, what is the minimum number of ceremonial washings?
• Which term refers to the sacrament involving the Body and Blood of Christ?
• The archbishop is the head of which ecclesiastical jurisdiction?
• Which term corresponds to the ceremony of laying someone down to rest?
• What is sprinkled on the casket recalling the death of baptism?
• Who proclaims the Sacred Scriptures during the service?
• The title of the person who presides over Mass in the Roman Catholic Church is
• The head of the archdiocese holds which title?
• Which term denotes the annual remembrance of a death?
• Which term is the main body of the church where seating is provided?
• The Trisagion is described as a branch of which church?
• Which term denotes the Episcopal funeral rite?
• Which document authorizes church funeral rites for the deceased?
• Which rite is also known as Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and uses white temple garments with a Green Apron?
• Which term denotes a long, mournful song or poem?
• Which term describes a member of the clergy just below the priest?
• What is the dress code for mourners attending a Jehovah's Witness funeral?
• Which rite is associated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints?
• Which term refers to the area around the altar in a church?
• What is the term for the funeral prayer in Islam?
• What is the act of bending the right knee as an indication of reverence or humility called?
• What term refers to the Body and Blood of Christ in consecrated form used in Holy Communion?
• What term refers to the Star of David, a hexagram formed by the combination of two triangles?
• What term is used for prayers from the book of Psalms said before the funeral by a group of friends?
• The first three letters in the Greek word Jesus.
• A prayer recited for the deceased by the direct mourners for the first time at the conclusion of the interment service, typically recited by children for their parents during the 11-month mourning period, is called what?
• What are the sacred scriptures of Islam?
• Which term means 'to pray' in Jewish practice?
• Who conducts the Jehovah's Witness funeral service?
• In Fraternal Organization funeral services, who typically goes first?
• The ceremony of the laying down is called?
• Which term describes something belonging to a parish or restricted to a parish?
• What is the liturgical celebration of the Eucharist in the Roman Catholic Church called?
• Beads and a crucifix used as an aid in the recitation of prayers; the Rosary as a prayer service may be offered during the wake.
• Who helps to distribute Holy Communion?
• Which term is an epithet applied to a council regarded as representing the whole of Christiandom?
• Which term is the burial society of synagogue members who care for the deceased, sometimes called washers?
• The watch or vigil observed during mourning is called what?
• In liturgical terms, which item refers to the congregation's response during worship?
• Which candle placed near the casket during the Funeral Mass signifies the everlasting light of Christ?
• Which item serves as a remembrance card bearing the deceased's name and a prayer?
• Who is the designated watcher, also described by the transliterated term shimra, during Jewish burial preparations?
• During the first stage of the journey to a new life, what is placed in the mouth?
• That part of the chancel containing the altar.
• What is the symbolic cloth placed over the casket in the narthex signifying that all people are created equal?
• Which term refers to the act of sprinkling holy water on the casket?
• In Islam, what is the name for God?
• The ritual tearing of garments as a sign of mourning is called?
• Which term describes the railing used for kneeling and prayer before the deceased?
• What is Tehillim used for in funeral rites?
• Where may a Jehovah's Witness funeral take place?
• The three main religions of the Orient include which set?
• Which term is described as traditionally liturgical, with roots in the Catholic Church and separated from the Pope?
• Which term is used for a prince of the Church, typically awarded to archbishops?
• Abbreviation for 'Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews'?
• Which term refers to the 30-day mourning period following burial?
• Which term refers to the final portion of the Mass at a funeral?
• Holy pictures.
• In traditional Buddhist funeral rites, the priest is associated with which architectural structure?
• Which term refers to the text containing recitations, prayers, and prescribed orders of worship in the Episcopal Church?
• What is the card with the name of the deceased and a prayer offered as a remembrance usually found near the register book?
• Which term denotes the deceased in Jewish tradition?
• What is the final portion of the Funeral Mass called?
• Historically a watch kept over the deceased.
• Are non-Jehovah's Witnesses allowed to participate in a Jehovah's Witness funeral?
• Tehillim is the Hebrew term for which biblical book?
• Who is the watcher (sitter) who remains with the body until burial, known in Hebrew as the shimra?
• Which title denotes the leader of an archdiocese?
• Which term is the liturgical text containing prayers and orders used in Episcopal worship?
• Which term is the prayer recited by direct mourners at the end of interment?
• Who is the head of the territorial unit of the Church?
• An eulogy, a true evaluation of an individual's life as part of the funeral service?
• In liturgical worship, what term describes the people's responses?
• In the Synod funeral rite, who officiates?
• Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism are collectively described as what?
• Which term refers to the altar server?
• In the Christian Science funeral rite, which phrase is used instead of death or deceased?
• When is the service typically held for this Japanese Buddhist death ritual?
• Which term describes a coffin or casket made entirely of wood with no metal parts?
• A religious singer who assists the Rabbi is called?
• The last prayer of a funeral service, literally meaning 'God full of compassion', is called what?
• Which term means 'blessed or made holy; set aside for holy purpose'?
• Which term describes the role that proclaims the Sacred Scriptures?
• In Orthodox funeral practice, the Solea refers to which of these?
• What is the French term for the kneeler placed beside the casket?
• A piece of cloth or a medal with religious significance usually worn around the neck.
• In the Lutheran Funeral Rite, which practice is described regarding the attire of the deceased?
• Which term is defined as a ritual blessing offered at the conclusion of a service?
• Where can Fraternal Organization funeral services take place?
• Is cremation permissible for Jehovah's Witnesses?
• Which form of worship centers on the scriptures as the central element and allows local congregation to determine the order of worship?
• What color attire do family members typically wear in the Buddhist Funeral Rite?
• Which term defines the prescribed order or form of worship used by some churches, with the Eucharist as the central element?
• A deceased female is referred to by which term?
• Which term refers to the Star of David formed by two interlocking triangles?
• Which term means 'to mourn' in Jewish practice?
• Which term describes those who are mourning in Jewish tradition?
• Which term describes efforts or councils regarded as representing the whole Christian world?
• What is the Hebrew term for burial?
• A deceased male is referred to by which term?
• Which term also refers to the act of washing and purification of the body before burial?
• Which symbol is the seven-branched candelabrum and is the oldest symbol in Judaism?
• The Great Panachida refers to which of the following?
• Which term denotes a cross with a figure representing Christ on it?
• Which candles appear at the head and foot of the casket during the Wake Service?
• Which term refers to the focal point of the service in a synagogue or temple?
• Which term refers to the funeral procession in Jewish tradition?
• The funeral cortege is known as what term?
• A letter from a priest stating the deceased is eligible for funeral rites according to Church laws is called what?
• What term is used for a Buddhist priest in funeral rites?
• Which phrase correctly describes Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism?
• Which term refers to the left side of the church (as the congregation faces the altar) from which sermons are preached?
• Which term describes the person who proclaims the Sacred Scriptures?
• Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism are collectively described as what?
• The head of an archdiocese holds which title?
• Which term is the memorial service recited four times a year?
• In Islamic funeral rite, wrapping should consist of how many pieces for men and women?
• Which rite uses flower petals or earth to make the sign of the cross on the casket?
• Which term refers to the white linen garment used for burial clothing?
• Which term describes Western Christian groups not in communion with the Roman Catholic Church?
• The wings of the main part of the church, which may serve as small chapels for baptisms, weddings, and even small funeral services, are referred to as which term?
• Which element separates the congregation from the altar in an Orthodox Church?
• What term refers to the washing of the deceased before burial, a rite of purification?
• What is the term for the portion of the synagogue or temple raised above the congregation seating?
• What is a geographical grouping of parishes under the jurisdiction of a bishop called?
• Which term best describes the People’s response in worship?
• Regarding viewing after the body is wrapped in Islamic funeral rites, which statement is true?
• Proper name for the liturgical celebration.
• Which item consists of beads and a cross used to recite prayers?
• In funeral rites, Tehillim refers to what?
• The grave is called what?
• The officiant who celebrates Mass in the Roman Catholic Church is what title?
• Which item is a prayer shawl worn by Orthodox Jewish men during the prayer service?
• What is the term for the 7-day mourning period that begins the day of burial?
• Which term names the Jewish Sabbath that begins at sundown Friday and ends at sundown Saturday?
• In Jewish worship, which term refers to the sacred receptacle housing Torah scrolls?
• What honorary title is bestowed upon a priest?
• For Veterans Organizations funerals, with whom should the funeral director coordinate the details?
• Which rite is described as a Liturgical Protestant Funeral Rite?
• What is the house of worship in Islam called?
• Which term denotes a candelabrum with a central stem bearing seven candles, the oldest symbol in Judaism?
• A follower of Islam is called what?
• A memorial service recited four times a year is called?
• Which term means belonging to a parish; restricted to a parish; limited in range or scope?
• Who is the Prophet who founded Islam?
• Which funeral rite never holds a funeral at a church and uses 'passed on' instead of death or deceased?
• The skull cap worn by men at temple or funeral service is called what?
• Which term is associated with the Eastern liturgical tradition's main celebration?
• What is the term for the anniversary of a death?
• Which term is derived from the Greek word episkopos meaning bishops?
• Which term refers to the person who carries the crucifix in a religious procession?
• The Burial Society of synagogue members who care for the deceased is called?
• What is the screen or wall that holds icons called?
• What term refers to a geographic grouping of parishes under a bishop's jurisdiction?
• Which term is associated with the side of the church where sermons are preached?
• Which area of the church houses the altar?
• What is a cross with a figure or image representing the body of Christ on it called?