Bonfire Night and Guy Fawkes Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Who was Guy Fawkes?
A
Guy Fawkes was a member of a group of plotters who wanted to kill King James whilst he was in the Houses of Parliament
2
Q
Why did the plotters want to kill King James?
A
The plotters were angry at the king and the government and wanted the government to change some laws that they did not like - angry at some of the laws
The group felt that the government was treating Catholics unfairly and they wanted to rebel against what they felt was unfair treatment
They didn’t like having to practise their religion in secret and wanted this to change
3
Q
When did it happen?
A
Over 400 years ago
4
Q
What religion was Guy Fawkes vs King James?
A
Guy Fawkes - catholic
King James - Protestants
