TOEFL Speaking Task 2

Campus Announcement: New Extended Library Hours Starting Next Semester. Beginning next semester, the university library will extend its hours to 24/5, from Sunday evening through Friday evening. This change aims to accommodate students' flexible study schedules, especially during midterms and finals. The library will remain closed on weekends for maintenance and staff rest. Additional security measures will be implemented during overnight hours.

M: Did you see the announcement about the library's new hours? I think it's a great idea. W: Really? I'm not so sure. It says it'll be closed on weekends. I often do my big projects on Saturday afternoons. M: But think about it—with 24/5, you can study all night during the week. That's more useful than weekend hours, since most students have huge workloads early in the week. W: I guess, but what about the security? I've heard that overnight areas can be unsafe. M: Actually, they're adding more security guards and better lighting. Plus, having more time to spread out studying means less stress and fewer all-nighters before deadlines. I think it'll benefit most students.