c. Words with the same meaning (Ejusdem Generis). 4. Describe how each of the following external aids can assist you in interpreting legislation and why you would use them: a. Interpretation Acts - Acts Interpretation Act 1901 and Interpretation Act 1987 No 15 b. Hansard/parliamentary papers c. Legal dictionaries d. Previous judicial interpretations of legislation. a. Interpretation Acts: b. Hansard/parliamentary papers: c. Legal dictionaries: d. Previous judicial interpretations of legislation: 5. Identify and explain three common problems that can occur when interpreting legislation. 6. Identify and analyse two consequences for misinterpreting legislation, using examples