Good morning, everyone. Today we're going to discuss the history of the postal service. Many people assume that the first stamps were introduced in the UK in 1840, but actually, the concept of prepaid postage dates back to ancient China. However, the first adhesive postage stamp, known as the Penny Black, was indeed a British innovation. Interestingly, the first postal system in the UK was established by Henry VIII in 1516, but it was only for royal use. It wasn't until the 19th century that the general public could send mail easily. Now, let's focus on a key point: the introduction of the Uniform Penny Post in 1840, which made sending letters affordable for everyone.
❓ 강의에 따르면, 1840년에 도입된 균일 페니 우편의 중요성은 무엇이었나요?
A. A. 그것은 헨리 8세가 왕실 전용으로 설립한 최초의 우편 제도였다.
B. B. 그것은 일반 대중이 편지를 보내는 것을 저렴하게 만들었다.
C. C. 그것은 고대 중국에서 최초의 접착식 우표를 도입했다.
D. D. 영국에서 우표가 처음 사용된 때였다.
✅ 正确答案
B. It made sending letters affordable for the general public.