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The battle of Sedgemoor is often referred to as the last battle fought on English soil, but this depends on the definition of battle, for which there are different ________________.
(A) interpolations
(B) clashes
(C) wars
(D) meanings
(E) interpretations

Solution :

Considering option (A) : The word 'interpolation' means 'To insert or introduce between other elements or parts'.

Considering options (B) and (C) : The words 'Clashes' and 'Wars' don't fit in the frame of the sentence.

Considering options (D) : The word 'Meanings' seems to be a good fit.

Considering options (E) : The word 'interpretations' means 'an explanation that results from interpreting or explaining something' or 'to explain the significance and meaning of'.

Considering options (D) and (E), we find that the word 'interpretations' fits better than the word 'meaning'.

Therefore the right answer is (E)