Which of the following was NOT a characteristic of Native American societies during the
Mississippian period?
To find out which of the following characteristics was NOT a characteristic of Native American societies during the Mississippian period, you would need a list of the characteristics associated with that time period. Without the list of characteristics, it's difficult to determine which one was not present. However, I can provide you with some possible characteristics of Native American societies during the Mississippian period, and you can identify the one that is not applicable.
1. Agricultural practices: Native American societies during the Mississippian period were known for their advanced agricultural techniques, such as the cultivation of maize (corn), beans, and squash.
2. Complex social structures: Mississippian societies had hierarchical social structures, with rulers and nobles holding positions of power and influence.
3. Permanent settlements: Unlike previous hunter-gatherer societies, Native American groups during the Mississippian period built permanent settlements, often centered around large ceremonial mounds.
4. Trade networks: Mississippian cultures engaged in long-distance trade, exchanging goods and raw materials with other groups across a wide geographic area.
5. Religious and ceremonial practices: Religion played an important role in Mississippian societies, with elaborate ceremonial complexes and rituals being observed, including mound building and engagement with spirits or gods.
By comparing these characteristics with the ones you have, you should be able to determine which one was NOT associated with Native American societies during the Mississippian period.