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What was a common characteristic of funerals in both rural areas and cities during the late 19th century in America?

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Visitation was often in the home.

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Which of the following statements is true about late 19th century funerals in rural areas?
The undertaker was in charge of all arrangements.
Embalming was the preferred method for preparing the body.
The clergy played the dominant role in funeral arrangements.
Neighbors or family members often prepared the body.

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Neighbors or family members often prepared the body.

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What sparked a rise in the practice of embalming in America during the late 19th century? Options: The introduction of cooling boards, The death of a famous celebrity, The funeral of Abraham Lincoln, New laws requiring embalming.

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The funeral of Abraham Lincoln.

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In the cities during the late 19th century, who was typically responsible for making funeral arrangements? Options: The family of the deceased, The local clergy, The undertaker, The neighbors.

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The undertaker.

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What color badge was hung on the door to indicate that an older person had died in the late 19th century mourning customs?

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Black

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How long did a widow typically wear black for mourning in the late 19th century?

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For a minimum of one year

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What was the first formal undertaker organization in the United States?

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The Undertakers Mutual Protective Association of Philadelphia

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When was the first national convention of undertaker associations held?

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1882

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What is the purpose of the NFDA according to the text?

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To inform state associations of new developments nationwide and worldwide

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What year was the National Selected Morticians (NSM) founded?

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1917