Shortly after taking the throne, Alexander dealt swiftly and harshly with a Greek rebellion by sacking the city of
A)Athens.
B)Thebes.
C)Sparta.
D)Corinth.
E)Alexandria.

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Alexander famously destroyed the city of Thebes in 335 BC after it rebelled against his rule. He killed or enslaved the citizens and sold many into slavery, setting a brutal example for other cities considering rebellion.

Shortly After Taking the Throne, Alexander Dealt Swiftly and Harshly