Remember, remember, the 5th of November The Gunpowder Treason and plot; I see of no reason why Gunpowder Treason Should ever be forgot. Guy Fawkes, Guy Fawkes, 'Twas his intent. To blow up the King and the Parliament. Three score barrels of powder below. Poor old England to overthrow.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- This rhyme recalls the historical event of the Gunpowder Plot and warns against forgetting the threat to the government.
- In plain terms
- Remember the failed plot to blow up the King and Parliament.
- What can you take from it?
- Historical events should be remembered to prevent future threats.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why is remembering historical threats important?
- How does culture preserve history?
Another view
The rhyme simplifies a complex historical event into a nursery rhyme.
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