Washing machine
Remote control
Laptop
Camera
Stove top/ microwave/ oven/ fire
Answer: The object of the preposition by means of is "protest".
Explanation:<u> The object of the preposition is a noun or a pronoun that completes a prepositional phrase</u> which has been introduced by a preposition. Most times, this noun or pronoun is found to the right of the preposition. Moreover, in some cases, a gerund can also function as object of the preposition, In the sentence provided,<u> the object of the proposition is a noun ("protest") and it is found to the right of "by means of". </u>

<u>Hope</u><u> </u><u>it</u><u> </u><u>Helps</u>
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<span>An action, person, place, word, or object. Which are used to represent something more than its literal meaning.</span>