TOEFL Speaking Task 2

Campus Announcement: The university will extend the library's weekday hours from 10 p.m. to midnight, starting next semester. This change aims to accommodate students who prefer late-night study sessions. Additionally, a new quiet study floor will be opened on the third floor to reduce noise distractions. The extended hours will require additional staffing, but the university believes the benefits to student academic success outweigh the costs.

Student 1 (Man): Did you see the announcement about the library? I think it's a great idea. I often have to leave at 10 p.m. when I'm in the middle of studying, and two extra hours would really help me finish my work without rushing. Plus, the new quiet floor is exactly what we need—sometimes the main floors are so noisy with group projects. I can finally find a place to concentrate. Student 2 (Woman): I see your point, but I'm not so sure. I work at the library as a student assistant, and extra hours mean we'll have to work later shifts, which could affect our class schedules. Also, the quiet floor might not be that effective because students will just move there and still talk softly—it won't solve the noise problem entirely. But I guess if it helps some people, it's okay.