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1. what did alexander do to thebes following their revolt?

Explanation:

After the revolt of Thebes against his rule, Alexander the Great (Alexander III of Macedon) decided to make an example of Thebes to deter other Greek city - states from rebelling. He ordered the destruction of Thebes. Most of the city's buildings were razed to the ground, the walls were torn down, and the population was either sold into slavery or dispersed, except for the temples and the house of the poet Pindar (out of respect for Pindar's work). This act was a demonstration of his power and a way to enforce loyalty among the remaining Greek city - states.

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After the revolt of Thebes, Alexander the Great destroyed the city (razed most buildings, tore down walls), sold many of its inhabitants into slavery or dispersed them, while sparing the temples and the house of the poet Pindar.