Which title did Alexander claim to strengthen his authority in Egypt?
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Correct answer: Pharaoh
When Alexander entered Egypt in 332 BCE, he was welcomed as a liberator from Persian rule and accepted the title of pharaoh at Memphis. By adopting this traditional Egyptian title, he embedded himself in local religious tradition and legitimized his rule in the eyes of the Egyptian population.
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