Good morning, everyone. Today we're going to discuss the history of the postal service in Britain. One key figure is Rowland Hill, who in 1837 proposed a uniform penny post. This meant that the cost of sending a letter was based on weight, not distance. Prior to this, recipients often had to pay high fees, which many could not afford. Hill's reform made postage affordable for the general public. Interestingly, the first adhesive postage stamp, the Penny Black, was introduced in 1840, featuring a portrait of Queen Victoria. It was an immediate success, and within a year, the volume of mail had doubled.
❓ What was the main change introduced by Rowland Hill's postal reform?
A. A. Postage costs became dependent on the distance traveled.
B. B. The cost of sending a letter was based on its weight, not the distance.
C. C. Recipients were required to pay for the letters they received.
D. D. The first stamp featured a portrait of King George.
✅ 正确答案
B. The cost of sending a letter was based on its weight, not the distance.