Which of the following BEST describes the social structure of the Mississippian culture group?

Question

Responses
A Small, nomadic bands that moved in search of foodSmall, nomadic bands that moved in search of food
B Large chiefdoms that interacted with neighboring tribesLarge chiefdoms that interacted with neighboring tribes
C Individual, isolated family groupsIndividual, isolated family groups
D Large groups that operated as a democracy

Answer 1

The option that BEST describes the social structure of the Mississippian culture group is:

B Large chiefdoms that interacted with neighboring tribes

The Mississippian culture, which flourished in the southeastern United States from roughly 800 CE to 1600 CE, was characterized by complex societies with large, centralized chiefdoms. These chiefdoms constructed significant earthen mounds, engaged in agriculture, and established extensive trade networks with other tribes.