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 stamps, the recipient, not the sender, usually paid for the delivery, which often led to refusal. The first adhesive stamp, the Penny Black, was issued in Britain in 1840. It featured a portrait of Queen Victoria and was printed in black ink. Interestingly, the stamp was not an immediate success because people were used to the old system. However, within a few years, the prepaid system became standard worldwide. Also, the design of early stamps often included intricate patterns to prevent forgery.
❓ 페니 블랙이 처음에 대중의 수용을 얻는 데 어려움을 겪은 이유는 무엇인가?
A. A. 일반 사람들에게는 너무 비쌌다.
B. B. 사람들은 이전 결제 시스템에 익숙해져 있었다.
C. C. 검은 잉크 때문에 도장이 잘 보이지 않았다.
D. D. 그것은 영국에서만 이용할 수 있었다.
✅ 正确答案
B. People were accustomed to the previous payment system.