Who was Guy Fawkes?
In this lesson, we will learn who Guy Fawkes was and why he was important in the conspiracy to blow up the houses of Parliament. You will learn the meaning of the word 'conspiracy' and you'll find out about some of the other conspirators. You'll also find out whether the plan was successful and what happened to Guy Fawkes afterwards.
Who was Guy Fawkes?
In this lesson, we will learn who Guy Fawkes was and why he was important in the conspiracy to blow up the houses of Parliament. You will learn the meaning of the word 'conspiracy' and you'll find out about some of the other conspirators. You'll also find out whether the plan was successful and what happened to Guy Fawkes afterwards.
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Key learning points
- Guy Fawkes is the most well-known member of this important conspiracy.
- The gunpowder plot was when a group of Catholics tried to blow up the King and the Houses of Parliament.
- The Houses of Parliament are where the country's laws are made.
- In the month before the planned gunpowder plot, one of the people involved tried to warn a family member, who was an important political person.
- On the 5th November 1605, Guy Fawkes was caught with the gunpowder moments before the King was about to open parliament.
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