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What was the plot Raleigh was allegedly involved in against King James I?

  • Babington Plot

  • Ridolfi Plot

  • Gunpowder Plot

  • Main Plot

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The Main Plot was an alleged conspiracy to overthrow King James I of England and replace him with his cousin, Arabella Stuart. The plot was discovered in 1603 and several of its leaders were executed, including Sir Walter Raleigh.
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