Question

As a team captain, Selma believed in giving each of her teammates a fair chance. So, even after repeated oppositions from them, she chose Eve as the speaker for the next quiz bowl. As Ralph, Tom, and Bianca rolled their eyes, Eve smiled the biggest smile and rolled up her sleeves. Being the smart aleck that she was, Eve hastily answered the questions without consulting the team. Before they knew it, Team Star Far was at the bottom in the first round.
Although Ralph and Bianca tried to keep their cool, Tom could not control himself. "Congratulations, you did it," Tom said to Eve and angrily waited for the second round.

What is sarcastic about the Tom's congratulating Eve?
A.
He is confused about Selma being the team captain.
B.
He is encouraging Eve to help the team win.
C.
He thinks Eve can do a better job in the next round.
D.
He is actually angry about losing the first round.

Answer 1

D. He is actually angry about losing the first round.

Tom's "congratulations" is sarcastic — he's blaming Eve for their poor performance (she answered rashly without consulting the team) and expressing anger, not genuine praise.