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1
Q

When did James I become king?

A

1603

2
Q

What religion was James I?

A

Protestant

3
Q

Why is James I important in British history?

A

He is the first ruler of both England and Scotland.

4
Q

What year was the Gunpowder Plot?

A

1605

5
Q

Can you name any of the plotters?

A
Bates
Robert Winter
Christopher Wright
John Wright
Thomas Percy
Guy Fawkes
Robert Catesby
Thomas Winter
6
Q

What religion were the plotters?

A

Catholic

7
Q

What gave the plot away?

A

A letter to Lord Monteagle. He gave this to Robert Cecil who gave it to the king

8
Q

What happened to Guy Fawkes?

A

He was tortured and gave up the names of the other plotters.

He was hung, drawn and quartered.