Causal
strong strength
Narrative Connection
How these two moments in the story relate
From
Worf confronts Data/Eli for Alexander’s location
S6E8
·
A Fistful of Datas
To
Troi confirms Data's android nature
S6E8
·
A Fistful of Datas
Why These Connect
The narrative assertion
"Troi expresses surprise at Data appearing in the Holodeck, leading to Data/Frank appearing at the sheriff's office"
About Causal Connections
A directly causes B. The first event sets forces in motion that produce the second. These are the load-bearing connections of plot—remove one and the story structure collapses.