They gaily ascended the downs, rejoicing in their own penetration at every glimpse of blue sky; and when they caught in their faces the animating gales of a high south-westerly wind, they pitied the fears which had prevented their mother and Elinor from sharing such delightful sensations. "Is there a felicity in the world," said Marianne, "superior to this?" (chapter 9, p. 18)

Chapter 9 begins with Marianne and Margaret talking a walk in the countryside surrounding Barton Cottage. What does this excerpt reveal about Marianne? Consider Austen's attitude toward Marianne. Is this attitude reflected in this excerpt? Also consider Austen's attitude toward Elinor in thinking about Marianne. Your answer should be at least one hundred words.