Sally was in a bar at the counter enjoying her drink, when a another patron Bev, who was drunk accused her of making eyes at her favourite bartender. Sally ignored this whereupon Bev hit her in her face causing a slight cut and attempted to grab her hair. Sally pushed Bev down whereupon two men held onto Bev to prevent her from continuing her attack. Sally then threw a bottle of beer at Bertha, striking her below her eye. Which of the following statements best describes the legal position?
A) Sally did not commit any torts
B) Sally is not liable for any tort as she can claim self defence
C) Bev cannot successfully sue Sally as Bev started the entire incident
D) Bev committed the tort of negligence
E) Sally committed the tort of battery against Bev
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