They ended in question marks, and asked a question, so they are questions. Thoughts don't need answered as they tell something, not ask.
Thought: I think crocodiles are angry cause all those teeth and no toothbrush.
Question: why are crocodiles angry?

My questioning the action is about age, read the FAQ I referenced. Unless this is an old rifle, a 110 (long action)isn't chambered in 223. That would be a 10 series.(short action)