TOEFL Speaking Task 2

Campus Announcement: New Meal Plan Options Starting next semester, the university will introduce two new meal plan options to better accommodate students' varying schedules. The 'Flex Plan' offers 10 meals per week with additional dining dollars, while the 'Unlimited Plan' provides unlimited access to the dining hall with no extra dining dollars. Students may choose either plan at registration. The change aims to reduce food waste and provide more flexibility.

Student 1: Did you see the announcement about the new meal plans? I think it's a great idea! Student 2: Really? I'm not so sure. The Flex Plan only has 10 meals a week. That's not enough if you eat three meals a day, especially for athletes like me who need more food. Student 1: But you can use the dining dollars to buy extra meals or snacks. And the Unlimited Plan is still available for people like you. Student 2: True, but the Unlimited Plan costs more, and I don't have a big budget. Also, the Flex Plan might force students to eat out more, which is unhealthy and expensive. Student 1: I see your point, but I think the variety helps students who have irregular schedules. For example, I often skip breakfast, so the Flex Plan saves me money. Student 2: That's fine for you, but I think the university should have kept the original plan. It was simpler and cheaper for most students.