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Lesson overview:How do we celebrate Guy Fawkes Day?

  • Guy Fawkes day is also referred to as 'Bonfire Night'.
  • Some people in Britain celebrate Guy Fawkes day every year on the 5th of November to commemorate the failure of the gunpowder plot of the 5th November 1605.
  • The 5th November is a time to celebrate the safety of the King who was not killed by Guy Fawkes and his fellow plotters.
  • Guy Fawkes Day is usually celebrated with people gathering to light bonfires and watch firework displays.
  • Guy Fawkes day is also referred to as 'Bonfire Night'.
  • Some people in Britain celebrate Guy Fawkes day every year on the 5th of November to commemorate the failure of the gunpowder plot of the 5th November 1605.
  • The 5th November is a time to celebrate the safety of the King who was not killed by Guy Fawkes and his fellow plotters.
  • Guy Fawkes Day is usually celebrated with people gathering to light bonfires and watch firework displays.