Today we're going to discuss the history of the postal service. In the 19th century, the introduction of the postage stamp revolutionized communication. Before that, the recipient usually paid the postage, which was often expensive. The first adhesive stamp, the Penny Black, was issued in Britain in 1840. It featured a profile of Queen Victoria. Interestingly, the stamp was not initially popular because people were used to the old system. However, its convenience soon made it a standard practice worldwide. Another key development was the creation of the Universal Postal Union in 1874, which standardized international mail rates. This allowed letters to cross borders more efficiently, fostering global trade and personal connections.
❓ Lý do chính khiến con tem Penny Black không ngay lập tức được ưa chuộng là gì?
A. A. Nó quá đắt đối với hầu hết mọi người.
B. B. Mọi người đã quen với hệ thống thanh toán trước đây.
C. C. Thiết kế con tem bị đánh giá là không đẹp mắt.
D. D. Dịch vụ bưu chính không đáng tin cậy vào thời điểm đó.
✅ 正确答案
B. People were accustomed to the previous payment system.