The elements of world studies are similar to those we find in a play. In world studies the roles are played by both individuals and groups of people. Their lives and actions make up their culture. Culture, or way of life, is the first element of world studies. The second element is geography, through which we learn about the stage, or the earth. The great variety of the earth's landscapes and resources affects the world's cultures. The third element, the script, is history. History is the record of how people have lived and what they have done on the earth. Culture, geography, and history are the three elements of world studies. Plays also have directors to guide the actors and to keep order. In world studies we recognize God as the director of the world's people. In a play the actors are responsible to follow the director's instructions. The person who most closely follows these instructions will have played his role the best. In the drama of world studies, you are under God's direction. The better you follow His instructions, the better you will live your life. - Introduction.