Multiple choice general knowledge sports

Guy Fawkes night is celebrated

  1. in memory of the Battle of Bayne.

  2. in honour of each constituent nation’s patron saint.

  3. to mark the failure of the Gunpowder Plot aimed at overthrowing the British Parliament.

  4. the night after Christmas to collect gifts and make donations.
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Explanation

Guy Fawkes Night (Bonfire Night) on November 5th commemorates the failure of the Gunpowder Plot of 1605, when conspirators including Guy Fawkes attempted to blow up the Houses of Parliament. The celebration involves bonfires and fireworks. It is not related to battles, patron saints, or Christmas gift-giving.

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