MCC Mortuary Cemeteries Complete Practice Test 2025

The term for a cemetery established specifically for the interment of individuals who are unable to afford a proper burial, often referred to as "paupers," is known as a "potter's field." This terminology dates back to historical practices where such burial sites were used to lay to rest those who were indigent, or had no means to pay for their final expenses.

"Potter's fields" were commonly associated with communal burial practices and were often located on the outskirts of towns. This practice provided a dignified, albeit simple, final resting place for those in society who did not have financial resources for a private burial. The name itself has connections to biblical references, where potter's fields were purchased with the money paid to Judas Iscariot, underscoring their historical significance.

While "pauper's field" might seem similar, the term "potter's field" is the more widely recognized and historically established term specifically meant for this purpose, affirming its correctness in this context.