The Mesopotamians made many technological discoveries. They were the first to use the potter's wheel to make better pottery, they used irrigation to get water to their crops, they used bronze metal (and later iron metal) to make strong tools and weapons, and used looms to weave cloth from wool.
I would think it is "In some regions, African Americans were required to
pass the same test as white citizens before they could vote." Because
the very badly written sign says that if a African american had an
education that he could vote with the whites.
Well first off, I would notify a parent and let them know what your brother did.
Second off, don't let your brother hit you with things.
And third, if he's being rude, you have the right to ignore him.