Bonfire Night

Ever wondered why British people everywhere gather round bonfires every 5th November to burn effigies of Guy and watch fireworks? It is a tradition that goes back hundreds of years.

In November 1605, the infamous Gunpowder Plot took place in which some Catholics plotted to blow up the English Parliament and King James l, on the day set for the king to open Parliament. The men were angry because the king had treated them badly and they didn’t like it. The story is remembered each 5th November when ‘Guys’ are burned in a celebration known as “Bonfire Night”.

Click on the link to find out more and the answers to the questions below
http://www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/customs/Guy.html

Who was Guy Fawkes?
When did he live?
Who was the King of England at that time?
What did he want to do?
What was his punishment?
How do people in Britain celebrate this event?
What is the most usual food that night?