Question 1

Which of the following are defining characteristics of a "compassionate city"?
1)A strong commitment to social and cultural differences
2)Offers inhabitants a close circle of secure support without interference from outsiders
3)Meets special needs of the aged,those living with life threatening illness,and those living with loss
4)Preserves and promotes spiritual traditions and storytellers

Accepted Answer

A compassionate city is defined by a strong commitment to social and cultural differences, meeting the special needs of vulnerable populations such as the aged or those with life-threatening illnesses, and preserving and promoting spiritual traditions and storytelling. The second characteristic, offering a close circle of support without interference from outsiders, is not necessarily a defining characteristic of a compassionate city and can actually lead to exclusion and lack of compassion for those outside of the immediate community. Therefore, only choices 1, 3, and 4 are defining characteristics of a compassionate city.

Question 2

What is an innovative public health program that recognizes the need for community involvement,commitment,and consideration of death as a fact of life?

Accepted Answer

Compassionate Cities is an innovative public health program that recognizes the need for community involvement, commitment, and consideration of death as a fact of life. This program promotes and supports end-of-life care and planning, as well as grief and bereavement services for families and individuals in the community. It encourages communities to engage in ongoing conversations about death and dying, and to develop supportive networks and resources for those facing the end of life.

Question 3

Which of the following groups is underrepresented in resource materials commonly used in death education courses?

Accepted Answer

Ethnic groups and minorities are often underrepresented in resource materials commonly used in death education courses. This can lead to a lack of understanding and sensitivity towards cultural beliefs and practices related to death and dying within these groups. It is important for death education courses to consider a diverse range of perspectives to better serve their students and prepare them for working with a variety of populations.

Question 4

The message communicated in the Chinese folk tale,The Mortal King,is that

Accepted Answer

Throughout the story, the Mortal King desires immortality and goes to great lengths to obtain it. However, in the end, he realizes the pitfalls of immortality and comes to the conclusion that it is not worth sacrificing the joys and experiences of mortal life. Therefore, the message communicated in the Chinese folk tale, The Mortal King, is that the desire for immortality has pitfalls.

Question 5

The study of death and dying

Accepted Answer

The study of death and dying can indeed be academically intriguing, as it involves examining cultural, religious, and psychological attitudes towards death, as well as how individuals navigate grief and the dying process. While it is true that delving into these topics can bring up intense feelings of guilt or anxiety, it can also provide valuable insights and resources for people who are struggling with their own mortality or coping with the loss of a loved one. While it is important to approach these topics with sensitivity and respect, studying death and dying can ultimately help us better understand and come to terms with our own mortality.

Question 6

According to Thomas Attig,coming to terms with our finiteness and mortality can be understood as a

Accepted Answer

Thomas Attig describes coming to terms with our finiteness and mortality as a grieving process. This involves acknowledging and mourning the losses that accompany our mortality, such as the loss of future experiences and relationships. This process requires us to confront the reality of our finite existence and integrate this understanding into our lives.

Question 7

According to Dolores Dooley,the Republic of Ireland has been engaged in

Accepted Answer

The article mentions that Dolores Dooley feels that there is a "national conversation about death and the process of dying" happening in Ireland. There is no mention of grief clinics, Catholic funeral rites, or legalizing medical marijuana.

Question 8

The acronym ADEC is?

Accepted Answer

ADEC stands for Association for Death Education and Counseling, which is an organization dedicated to promoting excellence and recognizing diversity in death education, care of the dying, grief counseling, and broadly, death-related issues.

Question 9

Although Australia is familiar with natural disasters,what event occurred to initiate the formalizing of death education and coordinated services?

Accepted Answer

The 1977 Granville train disaster, in which 83 people died, was the event that initiated the formalizing of death education and coordinated services in Australia. This tragedy raised awareness about the need for better training and support for those who deal with death and grief, both in the immediate aftermath of a disaster and in the longer term for those affected.

Question 10

In which country was an Association for Death Education and Grief Counseling founded by Alfons Deeken,a Jesuit priest and philosopher?

Accepted Answer

The Association for Death Education and Grief Counseling was founded by Alfons Deeken in Japan, reflecting his work and interest in the cultural approaches to death and grief counseling within the country.

Question 11

"Compassionate cities," a term coined by Allan Kellehear,denotes a model of public health that encourages

Accepted Answer

The term "compassionate cities" emphasizes the importance of community participation in end-of-life care, making it the best choice. The other options are not related to the concept of compassionate cities.

Question 12

The process by which individuals and systems respond respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures,languages,backgrounds,and other diversity factors in a manner that recognizes,affirms,and values the worth of others and protects and preserves the dignity of each is cultural

Accepted Answer

Cultural competence is defined as the ability to understand, appreciate, and work with people from different cultures, languages, and backgrounds. It involves recognizing the value and dignity of each person, and adjusting one's communication and behavior accordingly to avoid misunderstandings and promote positive interactions. Other options, such as cultural accommodation, complexity, and sensitivity, are related concepts, but do not fully capture the idea of cultural competence.

Question 13

In an analysis of 1500 articles of academic journals over the last 20 years,it was noted that,in terms of methodology there is an increase in qualitative or

Accepted Answer

The answer of In an analysis of 1500 articles of...

Question 14

Fritz Roth's suitcase exhibit was essentially about

Accepted Answer

The exhibit was about personal mortality, as Fritz Roth collected suitcases from people who had passed away to preserve their memory and belongings.

Question 15

Which of the following advantages are gained by studying death and dying?
1)It can focus attention on the importance of taking care of unfinished business.
2)It helps individuals dissipate feelings of guilt or blame about a loved one's death.
3)It helps individuals avoid the severe pain of grief.
4)It allows opportunities to explore unexpressed and unresolved grief.

Accepted Answer

Studying death and dying can help individuals focus on the importance of taking care of unfinished business (1), dissipate feelings of guilt or blame about a loved one's death (2), and explore unexpressed and unresolved grief (4). However, it cannot completely avoid the severe pain of grief (3). Therefore, options A and C are not correct. Option D is partially correct but does not include the advantage of exploring unexpressed and unresolved grief, which is included in option B.

Question 16

Although death is fundamentally a ________ fact,socially shaped ideas and assumptions create its meaning.

Accepted Answer

Death is fundamentally a biological fact because it pertains to the cessation of life processes in organisms, which is a natural, biological occurrence. The social, cultural, or religious meanings attributed to death are constructed around this basic biological fact.

Question 17

In Italy,Francesco Campione began an organization,Projecto Rivivere,that uses the Internet to

Accepted Answer

Projecto Rivivere aims to help children who have experienced death and grief.

Question 18

"The desire for immortality has its own pitfalls" is a message communicated in a

Accepted Answer

The desire for immortality is a common theme in Chinese folklore and there are multiple stories in which characters seek immortality and suffer negative consequences as a result.

Question 19

Heritage is best understood by exploring cultural associations,social class,and

Accepted Answer

The answer of Heritage is best understood by exploring cultural...

Question 20

Some of the "lessons taught" in death studies are still based on

Accepted Answer

Many of the studies and teachings in death studies are based on a middle-class white population, which may not fully represent the diversity of experiences and attitudes towards death in different cultures and communities.

Quiz 15: The Path Ahead: Personal and Social Choices