Guy Fawkes Night - November 5th.

 "November 5th is a very special day where the great people of Britain mark the execution of a chap who, along with 12 other conspirators ,tried to blow up the Houses of Parliament to reinstate Catholic rule in England.His name was Guy Fawkes-also known as Guido Fawkes".This plan happened in 1605.It became known as The Gunpowder Plot,and it is still remembered and celebrated in the UK  on November 5th with bonfires and firework display.

If you click on the links below ,you are going to get more information about Guy Fawkes Night,the language connected with plots and rebellions and other interesting facts as well. Then you can watch the two videos about Guy Fawkes to complement the written information and practice your listening skill,ok? 

 https://dictionaryblog.cambridge.org/2017/11/01/guy-fawkes-and-the-language-of-plots/

 http://www.blimey.com/8-things-you-need-to-know-about-guy-fawkes-and-bonfire-night/

http://factmyth.com/what-is-guy-fawkes-day-about/