Bonfire Night

Resources on a Bonfire topic for ESOL learners.
The aims and objectives:
Learning outcomes
All students should:
• be able to describe the key facts of the Gunpowder Plot
• learn about the influence of a significant individual from history
• understand differences in beliefs and attitudes between the time of the Gunpowder Plot and the present day
• express their opinion about the method the plotters decided to take to bring about change.
Most pupils should:
• understand that there are different perspectives on the story and have considered the plot from these different points of view.
• be able to suggest what sort of action people should take if they want to bring about change responsibly.
Some pupils should:
• be able to present a balanced case by offering justifications for the behaviour of the characters on both sides as well as give their own opinion on it.