Which term describes a casket opening style in which the head-end cap is completely removed for viewing?

• A. Priest casket (slip panel)
• B. Standard casket
• C. See-panel casket
• D. Cap-removal casket

Answer: (A)

Understanding how casket lids and panels are arranged helps you recognize viewing styles. A casket that uses a detachable head-end panel—often called a slip panel or priest panel—allows the head-end cap to be completely removed so you can view the face and upper body while the rest of the interior remains closed. This specific setup is what is meant by the head-end cap being completely removed for viewing, and that’s why the term priest casket (slip panel) fits best.

In contrast, a standard casket has a hinged cap that isn’t fully removed, a see-panel casket provides a glass window for viewing rather than removing the panel, and a cap-removal casket implies removing the entire cap without specifically referring to a detachable head panel.