Thought experiment

If you were from a stereotypical advanced sci-fi race (or an advanced sci-fi Earth), what qualities would you test for in a less advanced race to see if they are ready for first contact/uplift/alliance? Assume that you've already confirmed that they are sentient/sapient, and is not too alien culturally to relate to your own values...

Typical sci-fi shows generally test for qualities like mercy, self sacrifice, love, empathy, honor, cooperation, etc.

What do you think?