(1) What is/are the main causal argument(s)?

(2) Describe the dependent variable(s). How does/do it/they vary?

(3) Describe the independent variable(s). How does/do it/they vary?

(4) How are the DV and the IV operationalized (i.e., measured in a concrete way)?

(5) Are these indicators valid for the variables?

(6) What are the main concepts? Are they clear?

(7) Are there problems of bias (e.g., omitted variables, case selection, etc.)?

(8) Are there problems of fallacious reasoning?

(9) Are you confused, like, with fear and all? (You'll be ok: it's just an intro course!)