Field and Street Klootschieten by J. Robbins Klootschieten is a popular sport in the Netherlands that involves throwing a ball, or kloot, as far as possible across varying terrain. This sport can be played in the field or street style. Many Klootschieten players are proficient in both styles. Field Klootschieten can be played either by an individual or a team, and players attempt to reach a particular goal—usually a patch of grass or sand—in as few throws as possible. The Klootschieten course is composed of curves, hills, and valleys that make it difficult for players to quickly reach the goal. Street Klootschieten is similar to the field style, but the course is mapped out in an urban, rather than a rural location. Additionally, the street kloot is heavier than the one used for field games. Players in street Klootschieten face the extra challenge of keeping their kloot from running into ditches, gutters, or traffic. Both the field and street styles of this game require players to rely on strategy rather than physical strength. 15 Why does the author use this organizational pattern? A. to show that street Klootschieten is easier than the field style B. to provide details about the history of Klootschieten C. to suggest that Klootschieten should be banned from city streets D. to describe two different styles of the sport Klootschieten