What is the paper's topic? If it's not clear, or if the proposal has several potential topics, note that fact and add any suggestions for the author and discuss them.

What is the paper's research question? Again, if it's not clear, add some suggestions and discuss.

Does the author list and evaluate sources? Do you agree with the evaluation? What problems, in your opinion, might the author encounter here (if any)?

What are your reactions to this topic? What kinds of things would you like to know about this topic (especially if they fit within the realm of the research question)? Any other suggestions / thoughts: