TOEFL Speaking Task 2

Campus Announcement: The university will extend the library's opening hours to 24/7 starting next semester to accommodate students' diverse study schedules. This change applies to the main library only. To ensure safety, students must present their campus ID cards after midnight. The extended hours will be funded by a small increase in the student activity fee, which will be used for additional security and maintenance staff.

Student 1: Did you see the announcement about the library being open 24/7? I think it's a great idea! Student 2: Really? I'm not so sure. The extra fee is a burden, and I rarely study that late. Student 1: But think about the flexibility. Many of us have part-time jobs or evening classes. I often have to leave the library at 10, and it's disruptive. With 24/7 access, I can study when I'm most productive, even at 2 AM. Student 2: I get that, but the fee increase affects everyone, even those who won't use it. That seems unfair. Student 1: Actually, the fee is only $20 per semester, which is cheap for the benefit. Plus, it's not just for late-night cramming; it's also for group projects that run late or early morning study sessions. I think it's worth it. Student 2: I suppose. But what about safety? I'd worry about being alone at night. Student 1: The announcement says they'll have extra security, so it's safe. I'm all for it.