Good morning, everyone. Today we're going to discuss the history of the postal service. Now, many people assume that the first stamps were introduced in the United Kingdom, but actually, the first adhesive postage stamp, the Penny Black, was indeed issued in Britain in 1840. However, an earlier form of prepaid postage existed in France in the 17th century, where letters were sent with a special mark. The key point is that the modern postal system, with uniform rates and stamps, really began in Britain, and it quickly spread to other countries. So, when you look at the timeline, the British system was the model for others.
❓ According to the lecture, what was the significance of the British postal system?
A. A. It introduced the first prepaid postage mark in the 17th century.
B. B. It was the first to use uniform rates and adhesive stamps.
C. C. It was the first postal system in the world.
D. D. It copied the French model of postage stamps.
✅ 正确答案
B. It was the first to use uniform rates and adhesive stamps.