Question

what does the verbal irony in this text suggest? \this salsa could use a little more spice,\ jonathan said as he gulped down water and wiped tears from his eyes. the salsa was too spicy. the salsa triggered jonathans allergies. submit

Explanation:

Verbal irony occurs when words mean the opposite of their literal sense. Jonathan says the salsa needs more spice, but his actions (gulping water, wiping tears) show it is already overly spicy—this contrast reveals the irony, suggesting the salsa was too spicy.

Answer:

The salsa was too spicy.