diff --git a/generate.py b/generate.py
index 1de847a..6ebef16 100644
--- a/generate.py
+++ b/generate.py
@@ -19,10 +19,6 @@ import argparse
 import shutil
 import json
 
-header = './template/header'
-makefile = './template/Makefile'
-cpp = './template/cpp'
-
 def query_yes_no(question, default=None):
     """
     Queries the user for a decision.