Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from The Manchurian Candidate

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

Chinese Military Installation at Tung-hwa - This is where Dr. Yen Lo operates, using psychological conditioning to make Shaw into a killer and Shaw's company believe him to be a hero. Other Chinese and Russian military officials watch Yen Lo's demonstration, in which Shaw kills soldiers Ed Mavole and Bobby Lembeck.

Deck of Cards/ Queen of Diamonds - Raymond Shaw has been hypnotized into obeying any instructions when he hears a certain phrase pertaining to this.

Medal of Honor - The highest honor in the US military, this coveted award grants Raymond Shaw...
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