A Modern, Thriving Society
Guy Fawkes Night is named after:
AA Norse god associated with fire, lightning and destruction
BOne of the conspirators in the 1605 Gunpowder Plot ✓
CA Victorian-era Prime Minister who served during the 19th century
DA celebrated local hero from the north of England
Answer & explanation
The correct answer is One of the conspirators in the 1605 Gunpowder Plot.
Guy Fawkes Night (Bonfire Night, 5 November) is named after Guy Fawkes, one of the Catholic conspirators in the 1605 Gunpowder Plot. He was caught guarding the gunpowder beneath Parliament.
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