Psychological benefits of grave goods - exam 3

Question 1

Artifacts that are associated with the loved one and are included in the casket or in the grave. These personal items are of sociological interest.

Answer 1

Grave goods

Question 2

Account for 85% of grave goods.

Answer 2

Personal jewelry

Question 3

Involve a corpse that is simply clothed.

Answer 3

1/3 of burials

Question 4

Mention other types of personal possessions.

Answer 4

46%

Question 5

Nonpersonal effects, such as a rosary, which a mourner might choose to give as a final gift.

Answer 5

24%

Question 6

True or false:

It is considered unethical not to enter any legally allowed artifact presented by relatives for burial along with their dead.

Answer 6

True

Question 7

Pure sentiment

Answer 7

10% of grave goods

Question 8

1. The inclusion or placement of grave goods can be seen as a last act of love.
2. Burying objects with the dead can also help bring closure to the relationship for other grievers.
3. It might help them feel close to their loved one in a manner that promotes healthy mourning.
4. It might simply provide a useful way to say good-bye.

Answer 8

Elliot’s survery