TOEFL Speaking Task 2

Campus Announcement: Starting next semester, the university will extend library hours to 24/7 during finals week. Additionally, a new quiet study floor will be added to reduce noise distractions. The extension aims to support students' academic success during high-pressure periods.

Man: Did you see the announcement about the library? I think it's a great idea. Woman: Really? I'm not so sure. 24/7 sounds good, but it might not be necessary. Man: But finals week is brutal—many of us pull all-nighters. Having the library open all night means we don't have to study in noisy dorms or cafes. Woman: True, but the quiet floor is the real problem. They're adding it on the third floor, which is already quiet. Why not convert the first floor where people talk loudly? Man: Well, the third floor will have stricter rules, so it will be even quieter. And the extended hours alone help me—I work part-time during the day, so I can only study at night. Woman: I see your point, but I still think the money could be better spent on more study rooms. Anyway, I guess we'll see.