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swastika
the official emblem of the Nazi party and the Third Reich
anti-Semitism
Prejudice, discrimination, or hostility towards Jews based on their religion, ethnicity, or heritage.
Holocaust
The systematic genocide of six million Jews by the Nazis during World War II. It involved mass killings, forced labor, and concentration camps.
white supremacy
Belief in the superiority of the white race, often leading to discrimination and prejudice against non-white individuals.
KKK
Klu Klux Klan; an American white supremacist group that targeted minority groups
tolerance
The ability to accept or endure something different or disagreeable without reacting negatively or becoming intolerant.
vandalism
The intentional destruction, defacement, or damage of property without permission, often done as an act of rebellion or to express dissatisfaction.
minority
A group of people that make up a smaller portion of a population, often facing social, economic, or political disadvantages due to their smaller numbers.
synagogue
A place of worship for Jewish people, often characterized by its distinct architectural features and religious rituals. It serves as a gathering space for prayer, study, and community events.
bar mitzvah/ bat mitzvah
Coming of age ceremony in Judaism, typically for boys/girls at age 13. Marks transition into adulthood and responsibility for observing Jewish laws and traditions. Includes reading from the Torah and delivering a speech. Celebrated with family, friends, and a festive meal.
rabbi
A religious leader in Judaism, knowledgeable in Jewish law and teachings, who guides the community in matters of faith, conducts religious services, and offers spiritual guidance and counseling.
perpetrator
A person who commits a crime or wrongdoing.
bigot
A person who holds strong, prejudiced beliefs and discriminates against individuals or groups based on their race, religion, ethnicity, or other characteristics.
genocide
Systematic and deliberate extermination of a specific racial, ethnic, or religious group, often involving mass killings, torture, and displacement.
The Night of a Thousand Flames
in the novel, an event led by the KKK in Chokecherry in the 1970’s that many townspeople denied
Chokecherry
the city in Denver where Linked takes place
Michael Amorosa
Dominican student who is president of the art club and is in charge of counting the paper chains
Mr. Kennedy
school custodian who initially thinks Michael is responsible for the first swastika
Lincoln (Link) Rowley
popular 7th grader who is known as a prankster and is responsible for drawing the first swastika to get his father’s attention
Jordie Duros
one of Link’s buddies who is suspected of being the swastika vandal when paint is found on his shirt
Pouncey
one of Link’s buddies who has a difficult home life and whose grandfather was a member of the KKK
Pamela (Pam)
was dating Jordie and feels no remorse for drawing all the rest of the swastikas around the school
George Rowley
Link’s father who is the biggest real estate agent in town; his dream is to turn Chokecherry into the next Dinoland
Dana Levinson
the only Jewish student in the school who helps Link prepare for his bar mitzvah
Principal Brademas
holds an assembly after the first swastika is found where he announces the start of tolerance education
Caroline McNutt
7th grade class president who tells everyone that Link will be present at her student council meeting
Ryan Levinson
Dana’s little brother who they try to protect from the anti-Semitism occurring in town
Dr. Levinson
Dana’s father, a scientist, who works for the Wexford-Smythe University
Adam Tok
YouTube personality who camps out in front of the school to conduct interviews regarding the vandalism
Erik Federov
8th grade bully who makes discriminatory comments toward Dana on her way home from school
Rabbi Gold
helps Link study for his bar mitzvah over Zoom
What is the point of view of the novel?
first person; alternating perspectives
What is the main conflict (or problem) in the novel Linked?
Anti-Semitism via the drawing of several swastikas at Chokecherry Middle School
How is the main conflict (or problem) in the novel resolved?
by creating the paper chain project in memory of the 6 million Jewish people who lost their lives during the Holocaust
