how is the body prepared for funerals?
using sanitary methods
prior to 1830 in america, where was the body laid out to be viewed?
in the home
what type of coffin was used prior to 1830 in america?
a simple wood coffin
where was the bodied laid in the home, prior to 1830 in america?
on a table or bed
what served as a precaution against premature burial prior to 1830?
the "wake
who cared for the body prior to 1830?
family and friends
how long after death were ceremonies held prior to 1830?
within 24 hours of death
when were trends developed in industrialization, science, machine, religion, philosophy, and education?
1830-1920
social and economic changed resulted in an _______ ___________.
industrial commercialism
intensified association of what resulted in new services offered by funeral businesses?
social status
new american funeral practices changed what four basic elements of funeral practices?
treatment of the body
the burial container
the funeral environment
funeral procedures
treatment of the body is formerly done by family and friends, but is now turned over to who?
a "professional
the burial container transformed from a simple, functional design to an object of what?
beauty
funerals no longer occur in the home, but rather in the ________.
funeral center