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05/11/2012

Remember, Remember the Fifth of November

Learn about the celebration of the fifth of November by reading the text in this page.
The following is a nursery rhyme that summarizes the events:

Remember, remember
the fifth of November,

Gunpowder treason and plot.

We see no reason
Why gunpowder treason
Should ever be forgot!

Guy Fawkes, guy, t'was his intent
To blow up king and parliament.
Three score barrels were laid below
To prove old England's overthrow.

By god's mercy he was catch'd
With a darkened lantern and burning match.
So, holler boys, holler boys, Let the bells ring.
Holler boys, holler boys, God save the king.

And what shall we do with him?
Burn him!


And here's a game for you to check the understanding of the plot while having fun!

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