TOEFL Speaking Task 2

Campus Announcement: The university will extend the library's hours from 10 p.m. to midnight on weekdays starting next semester. This change aims to accommodate students who prefer studying late. Additionally, a new quiet study floor will be added to reduce noise disturbances. The extended hours will require additional staffing, funded by a small increase in student fees.

Woman: Did you see the announcement about the library? I'm really not happy about it. Man: Really? I thought it would be great. I always have to leave at 10 when I'm in the middle of studying. Woman: But they're raising our fees to pay for it! I'm already struggling with costs. And I never stay past 10 anyway—I do my best work in the morning. Man: But think of the new quiet floor. That would help everyone. Woman: Not me. I usually study in group areas, and the quiet floor is just for silent work. Plus, I heard the fee increase is $50 per semester. That's too much for something I won't even use. Man: I see your point, but I still like the extra hours. Woman: Well, I think they should have asked students first. Many like me won't benefit.