Good morning, everyone. Today, we're going to discuss the history of the postal service. Before the 19th century, mail delivery was slow and unreliable. However, in 1840, Britain introduced the Penny Post, which dramatically reduced the cost of sending a letter. This innovation led to a huge increase in the volume of mail. Interestingly, the first adhesive postage stamp, the 'Penny Black', was also issued that year. It featured a portrait of Queen Victoria. Within a few decades, other countries, including the United States and France, adopted similar systems. So, the key point is that the Penny Post revolutionized communication.
❓ What was the main impact of the Penny Post introduced in Britain in 1840?
A. A. It made mail delivery faster but more expensive.
B. B. It reduced the cost and increased the volume of mail.
C. C. It introduced the first international postal system.
D. D. It replaced all existing mail delivery methods.
✅ 正确答案
B. It reduced the cost and increased the volume of mail.