who is josef first of all?
As·ser·tion (ə-sûr′shən)n.1. The act of asserting.2. Something declared or stated positively, often with no support or attempt at <span>proof.</span>
Answer:
The correct answer is 'perusal'. To peruse something is to examine or inspect it, such as when you peruse a book. Shaking means trembling, piteous means pathetic or pitiful, and shatter means broken into numerous smaller pieces.