How we cite our quotes: Cloud 9. Caryl Churchill. Routledge, 2000.
Quote #4
"My boy's a jewel. Really has the knack. / You'd hardly notice that the fellow's black." (1.1.22-23)
When Clive introduces Joshua, he boasts about the fact that Joshua is so cultured and obedient that you'd hardly know he was black. Of course, this is some downright racist stuff that Clive is saying, and Churchill's going to make sure that Clive pays for the way he thinks.
Quote #5
"He said fetch it yourself. You've got legs under that dress." (1.1.133-134)
Here's the first sign we get that Joshua isn't happy with being turned into a servant just because of his skin color. What's especially interesting here, though, is that he's way more willing to talk back to Betty than to Clive. It's like Joshua's playing a little game here, where he's exploring just how disobedient he can get without getting punished.
Quote #6
"Now Joshua, it won't do you know. Madam doesn't like that kind of joke." (1.1.155-156)
When it comes time to discipline Joshua, Clive gives the guy a slap on the wrist and sends him on his way. On top of that, he also winks at Joshua when Betty's not looking. The wink suggests that Clive is secretly on Joshua's side in this argument, even though he's not allowed to say it out loud.