TOEFL Speaking Task 2

Notice: The university will extend the library's hours to 24/5 from Sunday evening to Friday evening, starting next semester. This change aims to provide more flexible study time for students. However, to offset the additional costs, the library will reduce its weekend hours: it will now be closed all day on Saturday and open only from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.

M: Did you see the library announcement? I'm not happy about it. I often use the library on weekends to catch up on group projects. Now Saturday is completely closed and Sunday hours are shorter. That's a big problem for us commuters who work during the week. W: Yeah, but I think the 24/5 hours are great. I pull all-nighters before exams, and having the library open all night on weekdays is a lifesaver. I rarely come on weekends anyway. M: But not everyone studies at night. Many students, like me, have part-time jobs on weekdays, so weekends are our only free time. Plus, group projects often meet on Saturday. Closing on Saturday will force us to meet in crowded cafés. W: I see your point, but the 24/5 hours are more important for the majority. I think it's a fair trade-off.