Which of the following was NOT a characteristic of Native American societies during the Mississippian Period? A)walled settlements with a complex political organization
B)leisure activities such as tattooing, making arts and crafts, and smoking
C)simple writing systems for recording important traditions and events
D)large temple mounds for ceremonies

simple writing systems for recording important traditions and events.

Explanation:

The characteristic of Native American societies during the Mississippian Period were:

• walled settlements with a complex political organization

• leisure activities such as tattooing, making arts and crafts, and smoking.

• large temple mounds for ceremonies

Therefore, from the options given, the option which is not a characteristic of Native American societies during the Mississippian Period is "simple writing systems for recording important traditions and events".