Graveyard Vocabulary Quiz #4

What does the term 'Exedra' refer to in a graveyard?

• A type of headstone with intricate carvings

• A type of flower commonly found in graveyards

• Semicircular or rectangular structure used for seating or for displaying tombs

• A small building used for storing gardening tools

Which of the following words means the act of digging up a buried body?

• inhalation

• exhumation

• illumination

• exhalation

What is the purpose of a 'Footboard' in a graveyard?

• To mark the foot of a grave

• To prevent the deceased from rising from the grave

• To provide a place to rest the feet of mourners

• To serve as a decorative element for the graveyard

What is the meaning of the term 'Finial' in graveyard architecture?

• A small building used for storing tools in a graveyard

• A type of bird often seen in graveyards

• Decorative ornament or feature on top of a gravestone or monument

• Type of flower commonly found in graveyards

What is the significance of a 'Footstone' in a graveyard?

• A type of headstone used for children's graves

• A type of flower commonly found in graveyards

• A marker for the family name of the deceased

• Marker for identifying the individual buried at the grave

Which word means to mix or blend together in the context of graveyard terminology?

• intermingle

• separate

• organize

• scatter

What does the term 'Municipal' signify in relation to graveyards?

• Owned and maintained by the federal government

• Owned and maintained by a private corporation

• Owned and maintained by a non-profit organization

• Owned and maintained by the local government or municipality

Which word describes something highly decorated or embellished in a graveyard setting?

• modest

• simple

• plain

• ornate

What does 'Prohibition' refer to in the context of graveyard rules and regulations?

• Permission

• Decoration

• Celebration

• Prohibition

What does the term 'Gazing' imply in a graveyard setting?

• Looking intently or thoughtfully

• Running and playing

• Sleeping peacefully

• Eating a meal