Question

Why had Antonio insulted shylock on many occasions​

Answer 1

Answer:

He did so because he hated Shylock not only because he lent money at high interest but also because he ( Shylock) was a Jew

Answer 2

Answer: Both Antonio and Shylock have had business dealings in the past. Shylock claims that Antonio has spit on him, called him a dog, and insulted him for lending money for profit.

He hath disgraced me and hindered me half a million, laughed at my losses, mocked at my gains, scorned my nation, thwarted my bargains, cooled my friends, heated mine enemies—and what’s his reason?

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