It was recorded according to the agency’s rules so that Nora would not have to repeat herself unnecessarily.

Caroline waited in a separate room, and nobody suggested answers or promised a reward for talking.

Elise began with simple questions about Nora’s school, friends, and favorite subjects.

She checked that Nora understood the difference between something she’d seen and something she’d guessed.

She told Nora it was fine to correct an adult, say she didn’t know, or ask for a break.

Nora said she liked reading mysteries, although Violet preferred stories about animals.