📖 Reading Passage
Announcement: Starting next semester, the university library will extend its hours to 24/5 (Sunday through Thursday) and close earlier on weekends. This change aims to accommodate students' study needs during the week. Additionally, a new quiet study floor will be added on the third floor, open to all students. The library will relocate the existing group study rooms to the basement to make room for the quiet floor.
🎧 Listening Conversation
Man: Did you see the library announcement? I think it's a great move, honestly.
Woman: Really? I'm not so sure. The 24/5 hours sound nice, but what about the weekend? I usually study a lot on Saturdays.
Man: But the weekdays are when most of us have heavy workloads. Plus, the new quiet floor is a big plus. I can never focus in the main area.
Woman: I get that, but they're moving group study rooms to the basement. That's inconvenient—basements often have poor ventilation and can feel cramped.
Man: Well, I rarely use group rooms. For me, the quiet floor is more valuable. Also, staying open until late Sunday through Thursday covers the peak times for exams and assignments.
Woman: I see your point, but I still think weekend hours are important for those of us who work part-time during the week.
Man: True, but I believe the majority benefit from the extended weekdays. And they can always adjust later.