The Gunpowder Plot - Worksheet

History Teaching Resources: The Gunpowder Plot. The Gunpowder Plot examines the traditional story of the Gunpowder Plot as well as modern conspiracy theories. The resource examines the history behind bonfire night with an exploration of Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot and contains consolidation activities and two lessons which investigate the traditional and modern interpretations of the story. History Teaching Resources: The Gunpowder Plot includes: A 22 slide PowerPoint presentation Links to online Horrible Histories films about the Gunpowder Plot and Guy Fawkes A summary of the traditional story of the Gunpowder Plot Comprehension and understanding questions and activities A copy of Guy Fawkes's confession and signature A summary of the modern conspiracy theory surrounding the Gunpowder Plot A diary writing task to convey understanding of both interpretations A 'write a newspaper article' task to consolidate understanding History Teaching Resources: The Gunpowder Plot