TOEFL Speaking Type 2 Practice Set: New Campus Dining Hall Menu OptionsReading passageThe

University Dining Services Update

University dining services have announced an update to the campus dining hall menu to include more diverse and healthy options. Starting next semester, the menu will feature more vegetarian and vegan meals, as well as gluten-free and low-sodium choices. This change aims to accommodate the dietary preferences and health needs of a wider range of students.

Student Conversation

Listening transcript [Sarah] Hey, did you hear about the new menu changes in the dining hall? [Mark] Yeah, I did, and I think it’s a great idea! Finally, they’re adding more vegetarian and vegan options. [Sarah] Really? Why do you think it's so great? [Mark] Well, first off, I've been trying to eat less meat, and it’s been hard to find good options here. Adding more plant-based meals will make it so much easier for me and other students who want to eat healthier. [Sarah] Okay, that makes sense. [Mark] Plus, my roommate has celiac disease, and it's tough for him to find gluten-free meals on campus. With these new options, he won’t have to worry about what he can eat anymore. It’s really inclusive, and I think that’s important.

Summary of the Announcement

The reading passage announces that the university dining hall will offer more diverse and healthy menu options, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and low-sodium meals. In the conversation, Mark supports this change. He likes it because he’s trying to eat less meat, and the new plant-based options will help him and others eat healthier. Additionally, he mentions that his roommate, who has celiac disease, will benefit from the gluten-free choices. Mark thinks these changes make the dining hall more inclusive for all students. Overall, he believes the new menu will better accommodate different dietary needs and preferences.