Around the world，there are hundreds of cities with brightly coloured streets and incredible graffiti that help to bring the streets alive.Here are some of the most colourful streets in the world to add to your list of places to visit.
El Caminito，Buenos Aires，Argentina
Within the La Boca neighbourhood of Buenos Aires lies El Caminito Street.This small but colourful street has rows of homes and businesses painted in every colour imaginable.And the pretty turquoise（青绿色）and yellow pavements make the street even more beautiful.Home to cafes and shops，this street is typically a hot spot for tourists.
Rainbow Row，Charleston，America
Many people claim that if you don't visit Rainbow Row then you haven't really been to Charleston at all.The row of 13 houses，painted in pretty pale soft colours including baby blue，soft pink，lemon yellow，and green，are private houses that date back to the 1700s.Just around the corner in the same neighbourhood，you'll find small ice cream shops，coffee shops，and independently owned stores to do some window shopping for a fun girl's getaway weekend.
Old Town Colmar，France
One of the most colourful areas in France is Old Town Colmar，a little village often referred to as the Little Venice of France with a history of over 1，100 years.The canal running through the center of the village is surrounded by half-wood houses of different colours.The village takes special care of the flowers that line the canal，which add to its collection of vibrant hues （鲜艳的色调）.
Nyhavn，Copenhagen，Denmark
The harbour district of Copenhagen is one of the country's most popular tourist attractions，with good reason - the colourful street is only outdone by the views of the boats on the harbour.Nyhavn is home to traditional homes painted in bright colours；some have been changed into cafes and shops.
（1）Which street has colourful ground？ BB
A．Old Town Colmar.
B．El Caminito.
C．Rainbow Row.
D．Nyhavn.
（2）Why is Old Town Colmar regarded as the Little Venice of France？ AA
A．For the canal flowing through the village.
B．For the vibrant hues added to the view.
C．For the houses in pretty pale soft colours.
D．For the flowers decorating the canal.
（3）What fascinates tourists most in the harbour district of Copenhagen？ DD
A．The pretty colorful street.
B．The beautiful private houses.
C．The attractive cafes and shops.
D．The charming boat scene.
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【答案】B；A；D
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