In what ways did the american revolution function as a civil war?

Do you have to corresponding answers if not i believe it was live stock and food/supplies hoped this don't forgwtg to rate me up : )

Jackson  said nullification 'means insurrection and war,' and called it a treasonous attack on america. the second aspect of the  force bill  was the passing in congress of a lower tariff in 1833. this was offered as a compromise to avoid conflict with south carolina, and to attempt to defuse the tense situation.source google