What is the rigid container designed for the encasement of human remains, usually constructed of wood or metal, and ornamented and lined with fabric?

• A. Casket
• B. Cast Bronze
• C. Combination Case
• D. Church Truck

Answer: (A)

The item described is a casket. A casket is a rigid container made to encase human remains, typically built from wood or metal and often ornamented on the outside while lined with fabric on the inside for a respectful presentation during viewing and for burial or cremation. This combination of sturdy construction and interior fabric lining is what sets a casket apart as the vessel used in standard funeral services.

A cast bronze would refer to a metal sculpture or casting, not the typical finished container used for viewing. A combination case is a simpler outer container used with burial or cremation and usually lacks the ornate interior and fabric lining of a casket. A church truck is a vehicle, not a container for remains.