1. Describe the issue of "standing" in plain terms. What is standing in the context of litigation? How does a party demonstrate standing?
2. Discuss jurisdiction. What is the difference between subject matter jurisdiction and personal jurisdiction? How does the concept of "fairness" to the parties relate to personal jurisdiction?
3. Discuss burdens of proof. What is the burden of proof? What is the burden of proof applicable to a civil case? What is the burden of proof applicable to a criminal case? How are these burdens of proof different?