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Explanation: 'I' is both a Latin letter and a numeral. In Roman numerals, two numbers next to each other add together - as in, 'II' is '2'. This joke is making fun of the fact that ii is both a very common ending for Latin words (something to do with grammar, Latin grammar is a nightmare), and the number 2 (as in, a sequel and not an original).
THEY GAVE US POMPE II, BUT NOT POMPE I
YOU TAKE THAT BACK
I was a Latin tutor for a while, grammar was actually my favourite part. I used quizzing my students on the meaning of words to conceal when I wasn't sure myself because I never did get along with memorising vocabulary (though seeing words used does help remember them).