Question

what is the term for the main idea or message in a story?
a. evidence
b. irony
c. context clues
d. themes
what is critical thinking?
a evaluating information
b identifying themes

Explanation:

The main idea or message in a story is called the theme. Critical thinking involves evaluating information. Identifying themes is part of analyzing a text but not the full - scope of critical thinking.

Answer:

1. D. Themes
2. A. Evaluating information