Lopakhin appears as the sardonic character who flagrantly employs verbal irony. Ironically, Varya remains unaware of his truly obvious sarcasm. When Varya "[Swings the stick just as LOPAKHIN enters]" (364), he replies, "thank you kindly". We see Varya's gullible nature when she "[angrily and mockingly]" responds, "I beg your pardon" and then allows herself the humiliation of accepting his gratitude for the "charming reception" (364). Lopakhin's attitude knows no boundaries, for he continues his attacks when saying how "it's nothing. A huge bump coming up, that's all" (364).
This clip of the comical television show, The Big Bang Theory, compares to this situation, where Leonard represents Lopakhin, and Sheldon illustrates Varya's innocence. LINK.
The simple representation of a character who's physical state embodies his hunger for money poses a humorous image. Pishchik's speedy mood swings earn him the personality of an infant with a lot of baby fat. He "[snores but wakes up at once]" (352), as a baby would. We see his personality type when he "[feels in his pocket, [and] grows alarmed.] [then exclaims,] The money is gone! I've lost the money! [Tearfully] Where is my money? [Joyfully] Here it is, inside the lining.... I'm all in a sweat...." (353). Ironically, a grown man (, a very grown man) has the personality of a two-year old who can't find his pacifier.
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