📖 Reading Passage
Campus Announcement: The university will extend the library's opening hours to 24/7 during finals week, starting from next Monday. This change aims to provide students with more flexible study spaces during the peak exam period. The extended hours will be in effect for one week only, and additional security staff will be on duty overnight to ensure safety.
🎧 Listening Conversation
M: Did you see the email about the library staying open all night during finals? That's great news! I always struggle to find a quiet spot in the evening. W: Really? I'm not so sure. I mean, it sounds helpful, but I think it might actually do more harm than good. M: How so? I thought you'd love it since you often pull all-nighters. W: Well, my concern is that it will encourage students to stay up even later, which hurts their health and grades. Instead of managing their time, they'll just procrastinate and rely on the 24-hour library. M: But that's their choice, right? W: True, but there's another issue: the library is already understaffed. They'll have to cut daytime staff or use student workers who aren't trained for overnight emergencies. That could lead to longer lines and less help when we actually need it. M: Hmm, I hadn't thought about that. I still like the idea, but I see your point.